About the Role
The Facilities Technician I provides comprehensive repair and maintenance services to HeartShare facilities, ensuring that both the interior and exterior are safe, clean, and well-maintained. Candidates must possess a strong understanding of building systems and equipment and have a proven track record of independently diagnosing and repairing issues.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance and repairs such as drywall, quality painting, basic plumbing, basic electrical work, plaster and masonry, lock installation/repair, and operation of equipment.
- Complete all repairs and maintenance in a professional manner, ensuring high-quality, durable, and safe results.
- Responsible for the proper security and upkeep of HeartShare assets, including vehicles, phones, tools, supplies, and materials.
- Report any dangerous conditions to their supervisor.
- Maintain and repair residence interiors, ensuring hazard prevention and compliance with applicable regulations and codes.
- Maintain and repair residence exteriors and grounds ensuring hazard prevention and clean well-kept appearance.
- Operate equipment such as floor cleaning machinery, power washers, and snow blowers.
- Complete daily work orders as assigned and prioritized.
- Complete all assigned work orders independently with minimal supervision.
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors as needed.
- Lead assigned jobs, including planning, material purchasing, and execution.
- Identify and report preventative maintenance needs.
- Assist in implementing proactive maintenance strategies to reduce long-term costs.
- Provides first-line 24-hour response to facility emergencies, including after-hours as needed.
- Expected to report to work during emergencies, including snow removal and urgent facility situations.
- Maintain cell phone contact on evenings and weekends, as needed for emergency response.
- Ensure physical plant safety protocols to safeguard the well-being of residents, program participants, staff, and visitors.
- Follow all safety protocols, including PPE and bloodborne pathogen standards.
- Participate in all Professional Development Trainings.
- Ensure safe operation of agency vehicles in accordance with all laws, agency policies, and required training.
- Provide care and upkeep to assigned equipment vehicles, ensuring that they are free of hazardous conditions.
- Attend Driver Training classes, as required.
- Maintain a clean driving record while operating agency vehicles and avoid traffic tickets, violations, or citations.
- Immediately report any accidents, violations, or driving-related incidents in accordance with agency procedures.
- Provide care and upkeep of assigned tools.
- Ensure all tools are in a safe, working condition.
- Ensure daily proper safe storage of tools and equipment.
- Utilize WorxHub to track assigned daily work orders and maintenance activities.
- Ensure no work begins without an approved work order, except in emergency situations.
- Maintain daily activity notes in WorxHub documenting all work performed.
- Document all completed work in WorxHub with detailed completion notes and photographic proof.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with supervisors and team members.
- Provide regular updates on work progress.
- Foster a collaborative team environment.
- When delegated, use petty cash to purchase supplies and materials needed for the Centralized Maintenance Department.
- Maintain detailed accountability of all petty cash used, retaining dated, itemized receipts for every purchase.
- Submit receipts and purchase records promptly for reconciliation and replenishment.
- Participate in required training and professional development.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2-3 years of maintenance work, ideally in a nonprofit or healthcare setting.
- 2-3 years of proven experience in maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or general building systems—beyond janitorial or porter duties.
- Thorough knowledge of Handyman Duties, basic plumbing, basic carpentry, basic electrical, building codes, ADA regulations, and safety standards.
- Demonstrated skills, with a track record of successfully executing scope work and fostering a positive work culture.
- Proficiency in utilizing automated facilities management systems, such as TheWorxHub, for work order tracking, preventive maintenance & asset management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Cost-effective solutions with high-quality outcomes.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach when interacting with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Strong knowledge of general maintenance, building systems, and safety standards.
- Familiarity with Federal, NYS & NYC regulatory agencies (e.g., DOB, DEP, ADA, OPWDD, OFPC).
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
- Proficiency with facilities management systems (e.g., WorxHub).
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and recordkeeping skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions.
- Compassionate and respectful approach when working in human services environments.
Skills
- Drywall repair
- Painting
- Basic plumbing
- Basic electrical work
- Plaster and masonry
- Lock installation/repair
- Snow blower operation
- Power washer operation
- Tile installation and repair
- Floorcare
- Toilet repair
- Drain repair and snaking
- Plumbing repairs
- Electrical repairs and improvements
- Carpentry
- Furniture moving and assembly
- Garbage removal
- HVAC repair
- Cabinet repair and replacement
- Landscaping
- Snow removal
- Gutter cleaning
- Siding repair
- Floor cleaning machinery operation
- Automated facilities management systems
- Work order tracking
- Preventive maintenance
- Asset management
- PPE usage
- Bloodborne pathogen standards
- OSHA 10 certification
- OSHA-approved PPE training
- Vehicle operation
- Tool maintenance
- WorxHub utilization
- Recordkeeping
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
Location
- 66 Boerum Place, Brooklyn, NY, 11201
Work Type
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- 2-3 years of experience
Education Level
- None
Salary/Compensations
- $25.00 Hourly
Benefits
- Rewarding Work in a team environment.
- Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
- 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
- Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
- Tuition Assistance Program.
- Professional Development opportunities.
- Wellhub Discount
- Verizon Wireless Discount.
- BJs Membership discount.
- Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more
About the Company
- For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and underestimated.
- Visit www.heartshare.org or follow on Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook
Equal Opportunity
- HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
- If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves@heartshare.org.
