Facilities Mechanic

Make a difference in a family's life!

Volunteers of America Upstate New York’s continuum of residential programs offer homeless & low-income individuals and families safe housing and support services. We provide long-term solutions to the problems of homelessness, addiction, incarceration, and poverty by helping the people we serve overcome obstacles and develop healthier, more self-sufficient lives.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Facilities Mechanic is responsible for the overall repairs and maintenance for all VOA Upstate NY properties and locations within Binghamton, Ithaca and Rochester. The Facilities Mechanic will ensure all PM’s and repairs are completed within a timely manner either by self-repairs and or working with a preferred vendor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Repairs and maintains HVAC, Plumbing and Carpentry needs.
• Responsible for the tracking and completion of all work orders in MaintainX.
• Completes preventative maintenance as assigned and prioritizes work orders.
• Assists manager with monthly building inspections.
• Works closely with vendors to ensure all work is completed and is done correctly.
• Responsible for maintaining all agency tools and vehicles.
• Responsible for landscaping, painting, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and snow removal.
• Responsible for clearing out vacant apartments and rooms and preparing them for occupancy.
• Responsible for cleaning up work area.
• Assists in completion of all required regulatory and agency reporting, such as fire drills, cleaning logs, contact logs, etc.
• Ensures safe practices and cleanliness of all programs as per regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that staff adhere to all cleaning and disinfecting program practices.
• Ensures an updated Safety Data Sheet (SDS) binder is maintained for all programs.
• Takes lead in monitoring supplies and inventory for programs. Works with Director of Facilities to ensure proper levels of supplies and adherence to agency budget.
• Reports any issues or concerns to supervisor in accordance with divisional guidelines.
• Assists with the training and development of facility/janitorial staff, as well as onboarding and orientation.
• Responsible for on-call duties and occasional weekend work.
• Possible travel to Binghamton and Ithaca may be needed.

• Other duties as directed by supervisor

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Two years’ experience within a facility role.
• 1-2 years experience in Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry and HVAC Repairs.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to work with Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to pass a federal background check
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and SDS regulations
• A valid NYS driver’s license required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here 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 the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, smell and taste. This position may be required to operate machinery, power tools, or motor vehicles. This position is very active and requires constant standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stopping, crouching, and reaching with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and move items up to 20 lbs. Occasionally, must be able to lift over 50 lbs. Vision requirements for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

This position will frequently perform activities with machines, chemicals, moving vehicles, ladders, or other hazards.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may frequently be exposed to variety of environmental conditions, including inclement weather, wet and/or humid conditions, excessive heat, cold, dirt, dust, loud noises, vibrations, fumes and/or caustic or toxic chemicals.

RESPONSIBILITY OF OTHERS:

The Facilities Lead Mechanic is responsible for facilities/janitorial staff scheduling as well as time and attendance. The position will provide feedback to supervisor, but is not responsible for hiring, pay, discipline, or termination.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

VOA provides comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including:

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life & LTD Insurance

403(b), & more!

Volunteers of America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above job description and I am capable of performing all the stated requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Employee’s signature acknowledges discussion with his/her manager and receipt of a copy of this document.

Salary : $21 - $23