Maintenance Assistant - Residential Group Homes

Pay Rate: $23.54 - $26.75 per hour

Pay within this range is based on experience and education.

Mary Cariola Center recognized that a high performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Through continued dialogue, education, policy development, we are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work. As an agency founded on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

• Maintain and monitor all residential building systems; performing routine preventative maintenance as necessary (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.)
• Provide interior improvements such as patching drywall, painting, making repairs to equipment and appliances, etc. as needed
• Maintain exterior premises of the residential property including snow removal, grass cutting, gardening, tree pruning, etc.
• Ensure all residential vehicles are maintained properly and that all necessary inspections are completed
• Maintain and monitor required Life Safety devices
• Construct simple therapy/residential materials and/or equipment as designed by the treatment team to paint, varnish and/or cover such materials and/or equipment
• Transport materials and/or equipment between residences
• Assist in the opening and closing of the pool where applicable
• Tend to emergencies that may arise
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid NYS Driver’s License
• Experience in drywall repair and painting
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including interpreting documents such as safety rules and policy and procedure manuals

• 6 months to 1 year related experience
• General knowledge of building systems (plumbing, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, etc.), blueprints and building code

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, domestic violence victim status, veteran or disability status.