Maintenance Program Coordinator

Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

The Maintenance Coordinator will perform general maintenance and repair, coordinate client relocation, and ensure work orders are completed efficiently, correctly and within the specified time frame as well as provide on-site supervision to all maintenance staff while in the field. They will maintain and perform minor repairs including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, heating, and air conditioning systems/units. Remodel and maintain properties as required including sheet rocking, painting, and masonry.

Work with program staff to help relocate clients from one unit to another including the physical movement of client belongings, and logistical coordination. The Maintenance Coordinator will provide on-site supervision of maintenance staff to ensure that work orders are completed correctly and on-time, while providing daily updates to Operation Manager on the completion of assigned work orders and update the work order system as appropriate.

They will perform regular inspections using HUD HQS form. Coordinate and work with contracted services for the maintenance and upkeep of apartments. Provide and maintain a safe environment, reporting unsafe or unsanitary conditions in the units to the Operations Coordinator. Exercise independent judgment and decision-making around general operations of apartments. They will maintain guidelines established by the funding sources and Catholic Charities policies and procedures and perform other tasks/duties as assigned.

This Position is Full Time at 35 Hours a Week. Pay For This Position is $21.00 Per Hour

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• Associate's degree, business or trade school degree and 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in property maintenance and repair preferred.
• Candidates with lived experience are preferred and encouraged to apply.

Licenses/Certification/Clearances:

• Valid N.Y.S. Driver's License
• Registered and Insured Vehicle
• State Central Registry Clearance.

Skills/Abilities:

• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of building maintenance and repairs
• Creative problem solving skills
• Good interpersonal/social communication skills; ability to lift 50 pounds.

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings and work at client's homes and/or community facilities which may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.