Facilities Maintenance Technician

Position Title: Maintenance Technician (FMT-I)

Reports to: Program Director

The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness of the Covello Senior Center. This entry-level role ensures the center is compliant with Department of Health (DOH) and NYC Aging, formerly known as (DFTA) standards. Technicians are expected to work cooperatively, maintain a positive attitude, and uphold high standards of care for our facility and participants.

Your approach to this role reflects CBN’s core values. You take pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where older adults can thrive. You are dependable, self-aware, and respectful, communicating with clarity, kindness, and professionalism. Through your attention to detail, flexibility, and accountability, you contribute to a team culture of trust, safety, and service excellence. Your work directly supports the dignity and well-being of the participants we serve each day.

Essential Responsibilities

Working closely with the Director of the Program you will translate operational goals into effective day-to-day workflows. You’ll provide clinical oversight, administrative support, and direct service delivery to ensure the team meets performance standards and regulatory requirements. Your role includes:

• Maintain daily cleanliness of restrooms, office spaces, kitchen, hallways, stairs, patio, front of the building, and dining areas
• Clean/disinfect high-touch areas and surfaces throughout shift
• Sweep and mop all spaces mentioned above daily
• Conduct mandatory restroom sanitation routine 2 times a day, mid-day, and before the end of shift
• Set up and break down tables and chairs as needed for meal serving or events
• Assist with dish bussing, kitchen cleanliness, and other food service support
• Replace basic fixtures such as light bulbs
• Ensure all floors and surfaces remain contamination-free
• Report facility issues or safety concerns to supervisors promptly
• Maintain courteous, respectful interactions with older adults and staff
• Organize and maintain the inventory of the Pantry
• Serve as back-up Kitchen Aide during weekend shifts, assisting with dishwashing, meal service for participants, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of lunch tables and surrounding areas.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum 1 year of custodial or maintenance experience preferred
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods
• Passion and sensitivity for CBN’s mission  
• Respect for older adults and a team-oriented approach
• Basic understanding of cleaning and sanitation procedures
• Ability to safely use cleaning products and equipment
• Familiarity with DOH/DFTA sanitation guidelines (will train)
• Effective communication in English required; Spanish preferred
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Core Competencies

• Punctuality & Reliability Consistently arrives on time and completes assigned tasks without constant supervision.

• Team Collaboration Works cooperatively with coworkers and supports a positive team environment, especially when there is a shortage of staff.
• Attention to Detail Maintains high standards of cleanliness and notices when areas need extra care.
• Respect for Older Adults Interacts with participants in a courteous, patient, and professional manner.
• Accountability Takes full responsibility for tasks, proactively manages priorities, and sees work through to completion.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Technician does not directly supervise any staff.

Position Type, Work Schedule

This is a full-time, non-exempt position at the Covello Older Adult Center. Set 8-hour shifts will fall between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Friday through Tuesday, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. You must remain fully accessible during scheduled hours via phone (3cx) and email, aligned with program service needs.

Physical Requirements

This position is based in a multi-level, older commercial building located in East Harlem and requires the physical ability to perform routine custodial and maintenance duties throughout a four-floor facility.

Note: The building elevator will be undergoing repairs and will be out of service for approximately two months. During this time, the employee will be required to assist staff with deliveries and the transport of supplies between floors using the stairways.

The physical requirements listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Physical Demands include but are not limited to:

• Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing stairs or ladders.
• Ability to stand and move continuously for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
• Regular lifting and carrying of supplies, furniture, and equipment (up to 50 lbs).
• Manual dexterity and grip strength sufficient to operate basic tools and custodial equipment such as mops, floor buffers, vacuums, and hand tools.
• Ability to reach overhead and work in confined spaces or under sinks and counters.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify hazards, hear alarms, and communicate effectively.
• Safe use of cleaning agents and compliance with safety protocols and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Environmental Conditions:

• Indoor work with occasional exposure to outdoor conditions (e.g., for trash removal or snow/ice clearing).
• Exposure to cleaning agents, dust, odors, and potentially wet or slippery surfaces.

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers an hourly rate between $17.25- $18.95; the annualized base is $31,395 to $34,489 per year. This role is OT eligible, in full compliance with the NYC Pay Transparency Act, with final placement based on experience, skills, and internal equity. We offer a generous benefits package that includes multiple health and dental plan options (including 100% employer-paid coverage), 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and paid holidays. Additionally, employees are enrolled in a 403(b) retirement plan featuring a 3% employer contribution and the opportunity for a matched contribution after one year. Our supportive culture encourages professional development through training, mentorship, and growth opportunities.

Applicants who meet the position requirements will be contacted by a member of our search committee. Candidates advancing in the process will be asked to provide contact information for three professional references, including at least one former supervisor, and to complete a pre-hire background screening.