Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianLocation: Cheektowaga, Tonawanda, NY & surrounding areasShift: Full Time- 40 hours weeklyRequirements:High School diploma or GED w/ (3) yrs. general maintenance experienceValid NYS Driver’s License                                                                  Rate of Pay:$18-19.50 per hourDuties:Performing a variety of semi-skilled manual work activities in general maintenance & upkeep repair (carpentry, painting, light drywall repair, plastering, mechanical, plumbing & electrical)As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll also receive:  Affordable Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)Great Work-Life balanceAutomatic PTOOn the job, paid trainingOn-demand pay!Opportunities for advancementJob DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance TechnicianDepartment: MaintenanceGrade 2Position Summary: Perform a variety of semi-skilled manual work activities in the general maintenance and upkeep repair areas such as carpentry, painting, light drywall repair, plastering, mechanical, plumbing and electrical across all agency properties.   Reporting Relationship: Receives direct supervision from the Director of Property Management, Facilities Foreman, or his/her designee, who will assign and review work for conformance with standards. Job Duties and Responsibilities:Performs and assists with the work of a skilled trade to limited extent, such as carpentry, painting, masonry, plastering, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical.Performs manual labor as required in the ongoing repair of physical structures and grounds, including snow removal and lawn care and landscaping.Cleans heating and/or cooling systems, lubricates equipment, adjusts motors, pumps, and other mechanical equipment. Operates power and hand tools such as floor scrubber, and buffing equipment.Responsible for maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.Takes remedial action to ensure correction of all safety hazards, reports same as appropriate.Monitors preventative maintenance program in the agency’s facilities.Small engine maintenance and repair.Performs other maintenance and repair work on equipment as required.Good computer skills for utilizing software for work orders, timesheets, training, email and online ordering. Etc.When necessary, move items including but not limited to furniture, equipment, appliances, and personal belongingsPerforms outside maintenance, such as power washing, gutter repair, and cleaning.Special events set up and other supportive functions.Communicates professionally and effectively with coworkers, other agency staff, contractors and those we serve.Contact and coordinate service by outside contractors.May be required to work at various locations within the agency depending on program need and/or on-call basis/coverage.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications and Education Requirements:High School diploma or equivalent diploma PLUS two years’ experience in general maintenance and repairs.PLUSPosition requires mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.Skilled trade knowledge in areas such as carpentry, painting, masonry, plastering and plumbing.Ability to operate motor vehicles/equipment such as pick-up trucks and cargo vans, vans and skid steer loaders is preferred. If inexperienced in such areas has a willingness to learn/be trained.Valid driver’s license is required. Essential Job Functions:Physical demands and Exposure Risk outlined on attached form (A)Mental Requirements: The ability to read, write, analyze, be perceptive/comprehensive, show good judgment & decision making skills, basic math skills, independent action, planning & prioritizing and follow directions. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Work under pressure and meet job-related deadlines. Ability to work in an organized, efficient manner with a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and follow-through. Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion. Excellent time-management and general organization skills required.Human Relations Skills:  Ability to interact in a professional manner with those we serve staff, and business contacts; receive supervision instruction in a positive manner and maintain a professional attitude at all times. Be approachable, enthusiastic, and personable.Equipment Operation: Ability to be exposed to dust, dirt and various odors and chemicals.  Ability to work in various weather conditions, shovel snow if necessary, operate snow blowers and lift heavy objects; ability to use basic power and hand tools. The ability to operate office equipment, such as, computer, copier, fax machine, etc.Agency Principles:All staff members of The Arc Erie County will assure and demonstrate the promotion of fundamental rights and protections for the people that we support. These include practices that treat people with dignity and respect at all times, ensure safety, best possible health/well-being and provide the person with continuity and personal security through the use of natural supports, positive relationships and opportunities for integration in the community. Staff members should also advocate and work toward assisting the people we support through person-centered planning to achieve the personal outcome goals that they have chosen by facilitating the plans and positive supports necessary to assist the person in progressing toward each outcome.Demonstrates the agency values of integrity, respect, responsibility, trust, teamwork, positive attitude, learning and honesty in working with students (persons), families, colleagues and members of our community.Good attendance is vital for the efficient and effective operation of quality programming and is an essential job function of this position.This position is  NON-EXEMPT from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standard Act.The Arc Erie County New York retains the right to change this job description at any time.“The Arc Erie County New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer”

Minimum Salary: 18.00 Maximum Salary: 19.50 Salary Unit: Yearly