Coordinator of Maintenance-Orange County, NY

Company Overview

The Arc Greater Hudson Valley is a not-for-profit agency dedicated to providing support and services to over 1,800 people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and to their families in Sullivan, Orange and Dutchess Counties, New York. A chapter of The Arc New York, our main offices are located at 162 East Broadway in Monticello, NY.

Our agency offers a broad range of services including Residential Services, Clinical Services, Day Services, Family Support Services, Guardianship Services, Employment Services, Recreation and more. Our mission is to support people with unique abilities to live as valued and contributing members of the community.

Job Summary:

Maintain professional work relationships with all staff members at assigned locations. Fosters a positive work environment and works cooperative with interdisciplinary team members for the paramount objective of fulfilling the mission of The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY.

Expectations:

Responsible for the coordination of routine maintenance of physical plant and specific project oversight of The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY facilities in Sullivan County. Supervise all employees hired to staff the Maintenance Department. Take direction from the Director Facilities & Transportation as required to accomplish unique/special assignments. Be willing to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies to meet Agency needs. Develop and monitor systems and procedures that assure performance and unscheduled maintenance and repairs of Agency facilities. Possess competent written and oral communication and computer literacy skills. Acquire skills and knowledge to meet all expectations of the position.

Responsibilities:

1. Supervise the Maintenance Managers and ensure they are adequately supervising their staff. Also supervise Maintenance Specialists and Maintenance Workers in the absence of the Maintenance Manager. Also supervise Administrative Assistants. 2. Provide annual appraisals and on-going feedback regarding daily work performance. 3. Develops, plans, implements and administers facilities goals. 4. Oversee and delegate all work done in the Day Habilitations, Residential homes, and Administrative Offices pertaining to maintenance, including but not limited to structures and grounds within defined guidelines and expectations. 5. Coordinate hiring/out sourcing of work that the maintenance staff is not equipped to manage, including securing bids. 6. Maintain professional relationships and act as liaison between the Agency and outside contractors performing special activities as defined in any contract entered into by the Agency for maintenance, service, and product delivery related activities. 7. Ensure that staff who operate equipment are trained in accordance with OSHA regulations annually and upon initial hire. 8. Develop and maintain emergency and risk management plans for a variety of key areas in Maintenance Management. 9. Budget and conduct financial analysis on all work, bids and procurement. 10. Ensure quality environment and services from your team for the organization. 11. Develop and maintain a facilities maintenance tracking system for annual, quarterly, weekly and daily items that ensures safety and quality for the individuals we serve. 12. Responsible for the scheduling of shifts for the maintenance staff. 13. Authority to make recommendations regarding hiring, firing and advancement (such as reclassifications and promotions) working with the Director of Human Resources and Director Facilities and Transportation. 14. Adheres to and demonstrates conduct in accordance with The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY Mission and Core Values: Relationships, Wisdom, Learning, Integrity, and Respect. 15. Projects a professional and positive image of The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY to the community, thus serving as a representative between the community and individuals supported. 16. Undertakes such duties, responsibilities and projects as may be required by supervisor and/or director.

Additional Job Functions:

1. Supervise the ordering/tracking of all maintenance supplies and tools. 2. Participate in staff in-service training programs, as required. 3. Evaluates facility operations on an ongoing basis recommending and implementing changes to ensure effective results. 4. Creates RFP’s and negotiates contract proposals. 5. Carry out any other responsibilities deemed necessary to the position by the Executive team.

Maintain valid licenses {including driving license, as applicable], certifications or any other credentials that are required or necessary to carry out the responsibilities upon and throughout employment.

Qualifications: 1. High school diploma or GED required. 2. Valid driver license in accordance with Agency requirements. 3. Experience and skills with the specific systems and equipment installed in assigned facilities. Includes but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electric, carpentry, painting, sprinkler, fire and burglar systems. 4. Minimum two (2) years’ prior supervisory experience required. 5. Must be able to work independently, and possess the ability to report all maintenance concerns proactively and utilize any equipment in a safe and prudent manner. 6. Working knowledge of appropriate processes regarding property cleaning, repair and maintenance. 7. Comprehension, reasoning, making decisions, thinking creatively, and solving problems. 8. Ability to anticipate needs and to respond quickly and skillfully in emergencies at any time. 9. Time management skills to complete tasks. 10. Flexibility, patience, resiliency, and a genuine desire to serve individuals of all abilities.

Physical Requirements:

1. Works with household cleaning solutions. 2. Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must be able to stand to operate equipment; mobility to embark and disembark from equipment 75-100%. 3. Must be able to work in an environment that includes, but is not limited to noise, cold heat and odors 75-100%. 4. External Conditions: Must be able to work in a position requiring exposure to weather conditions 75-100%. 5. Physically able to bend/stoop, squat, push/pull, reach above and below shoulder level frequently—at least 5 times/hour. 6. Must be able to independently lift and/or transfer, push or pull a minimum of 50 lbs. 7. Must have adequate vision and hearing ability, with or without correction, to be constantly aware of, detect, and able to respond to situations as they arise. 8. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type, and use office and/or other equipment and handle materials. 9. Responsibilities occasionally may require an adjust work schedule including overtime.

Pay: $27.25 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Experience and skills with the specific systems and equipment installed in assigned facilities. Includes but not limited

to HVAC, plumbing, electric, carpentry, painting, sprinkler, fire and burglar systems required

• Minimum two (2) years’ prior supervisory experience required.
• Working knowledge of appropriate processes regarding property cleaning, repair and maintenance.
• Comprehension, reasoning, making decisions, thinking creatively, and solving problems.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27