Grounds/Light Maintenance Technician in Buffalo, New York at The Community Action Organization of Western New York Inc

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the overall upkeep of the property while promoting the company mission, values, and culture, as well as always acting with the highest level of ethical decision-making.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Primary Responsibilities:

• Communicates professionally, respectfully, and collaboratively, as well as always acting with the highest level of ethical decision-making.
• Schedule, coordinate, monitor, and perform all outside ground maintenance and light maintenance duties at designated site.
• Document daily activity including problems encountered, work completed, and status updates.
• Physically walks and inspects the property and grounds daily and maintains proper cleanliness and curb appeal.
• Responsible for snow removal and landscaping duties using company equipment.
• Transports materials if required.
• Maintains structural integrity of the buildings by completing exterior maintenance, such as painting.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of applicable supplies and equipment.
• Inspects, schedules, and performs minor and routine maintenance on outdoor equipment as needed.
• Maintains a preventative maintenance log pertaining to responsibilities.
• Reports all liability, property incidents, worker injuries, accidents, emergencies, code violations, and legal and compliance directives to appropriate supervisor and/or corporate contact.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Must present a professional image in conduct, attitude, and attire.
• Satisfactory completion of mandatory trainings.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three (3) years’ related job experience
• Knowledge of USDA (US Department of Agriculture), HUD (US Department of Housing and Urban Development), REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center), and DHCR (Division of Housing and Community Renewal)

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be willing to contribute to harmonious and professional workplace environment where all individuals are treated with respect.
• Support and uphold zero-tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other prohibited conduct.
• Strong commitment in maintaining confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, organizational, time management, and verbal and written skills.
• Must be able to communicate professionally with residents, emergency providers, and outside contractors.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude and skillful use of equipment and tools
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to navigate the internet
• Must be able to manage a flexible schedule.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Physical Demands:

• Must have physical and manual dexterity skills
• Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, and climb stairs.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces as well as at heights more than 20 feet with mobility required to use ladders.
• Must be able to transport up to 100-pound loads.

Application Requirements:

• Physical examination record or pass physical examination by a CAO physician
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and proof of motor vehicle insurance coverage
• Completion of the following documents:
  • CAO Employment application
  • NYS SCR Clearance Form with acceptable clearance
  • Criminal Record Certification and free of criminal convictions of crimes against children (misdemeanor or felony)
  • Fingerprinting required.
  • Release for Reference Checks