Job Description
Job Description
Position Title: Maintenance Technician
Mission: Committed to the elimination of racism and empowerment of women and children.
Objective:
Under the supervision of the Chief Operations Officer and the direction of the Quality Assurance staff, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide variety of preventive maintenance, repair, and custodial tasks across multiple program facilities—including three supportive housing sites, one emergency housing building, and a licensed childcare center. The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring that all properties are safe, functional, and compliant with regulatory inspections and funding requirements. The three (3) sites are in located within a few blocks of each other:
1) 80 Hawley Street is the main YWCA building site with a licensed childcare center, 48 units of permanent supportive housing, and administrative offices.
2) 76 Conklin Avenue, Binghamton (Southside Manor (SSM) adult women’s shelter)
3) 45 Carroll St/ 34 Lisle Avenue, Binghamton under development and is called the Intergenerational Campus (IGC) and will be site for the new childcare center and 48 units of affordable housing.
Requirements: Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License. Must have 2-4 years of hands-on maintenance facilities experience, including general knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and housekeeping/janitorial skills.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Work Order Execution
- Receive, prioritize, and complete work orders promptly through the agency’s work-order tracking system.
- Document all repairs, parts used, and time spent on each task.
2. Preventive Maintenance
- Perform routine inspections and servicing of building systems (HVAC filters, plumbing fixtures, electrical panels, lighting, etc.) on a scheduled basis.
- Lubricate mechanical components, tighten fasteners, and replace filters or belts as needed.
3. General Repairs & Troubleshooting
- Diagnose and repair plumbing leaks, clogged drains, electrical malfunctions, door hardware issues, drywall damage, and minor roofing or siding repairs.
- Paint as needed.
- Replace bulbs, ballasts, fuses, switches, outlets, and other small components.
4. Life-Safety Systems Support
- Assist with monthly testing of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, emergency lighting, and exit signs.
- Check and refill fire extinguisher cabinets and notify the Quality Assurance/ Program Support Staff of any unit due for certification.
- Conduct Monthly Fire Extinguisher inspections throughout all sites and initial and date tag.
5. Grounds & Exterior Maintenance
- Mow lawns, trim weeds/shrubs, clear sidewalks and entrances, and perform seasonal duties (snow shoveling, ice-melt application).
- Report larger landscaping or structural issues requiring vendor intervention.
6. Childcare Center Support
- Ensure playground equipment and outdoor play surfaces remain in safe, compliant condition (i.e. no chipping paint, routine surface inspections, fixture checks, peeling/chipping paint, caulking sinks, dripping sinks, slow drains, loose flooring, cleaning vents, HVAC filter changes, AC and heating tests, and OCFS required monthly fire drills.
- Assist with childproofing tasks (securing gates, covering outlets) and inspect storage for hazardous materials.
7. Inspection Preparation & Follow-Up
- Help prepare facilities for scheduled HUD, fire marshal, health department, and childcare licensing inspections by ensuring cleanliness and functional systems.
- Complete any corrective actions assigned by the Quality Assurance/ Program Support Staff in response to inspection findings.
8. Inventory & Supply Management
- Monitor stock levels of maintenance supplies (lightbulbs, filters, plumbing parts, paint) and submit restocking requests.
- Keep tools, equipment, and storage areas orderly and secure.
9. Safety & Documentation
- Adhere to all OSHA, EPA, and agency safety protocols; wear required PPE.
- Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, inspections, and safety checks.
10. Collaboration & Communication
- Provide clear status updates to the Quality Assurance/ Program Support Staff and program staff regarding outstanding maintenance issues.
- Offer recommendations for capital improvements or equipment replacements.
11. Other duties as requested by supervisor.
Qualifications:
Experience:
- Minimum 2–4 years of hands-on maintenance or facilities experience, ideally in multi-site residential or nonprofit settings.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient with basic HVAC, electrical (up to 120V circuits), plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasks.
- Familiarity with hand and power tools, ladder safety, and lift equipment.
- Regulatory Knowledge:
- Understanding of life-safety system requirements, childcare-center regulations, and HUD or local housing codes.
Soft Skills:
- Strong initiative, problem-solving aptitude, and ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
Certifications & Licenses:
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO), HVAC EPA Section 608, or similar credentials are a plus.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
Work Environment:
- Frequent travel between sites; reliable transportation required.
- Occasional evening or weekend work for emergency repairs or inspection support.
Reporting Relationship: Supervisor-Chief Operating Officer / Direct Reporting QA/Program Support Staff
Salary: Up to $24/hr
Classification: Hourly/Non-exempt, Full - Time
Hours: 40 hrs. per week
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