Maintenance Associate

SUMMARY

CAREs of NY provides Permanent Supportive Housing to Individuals and Families in Albany County. CARES Housing strives to promote, develop, and provide supportive housing and applies innovative approaches to support individuals and families in their transition from homelessness to stable housing. This position is operational and technical, focused on maintaining the physical environment and ensuring everything runs smoothly day-to-day. Additionally, the role acknowledges that facilities management is vital in promoting housing retention and tenant well-being and, with direction and oversight from the Director of Property Management, coordinates with the case management team to support resident housing stability.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with cleaning, security, and maintenance staff.
• At the direction of the Director of Property Management, collaborate with the case management team to support residents' housing stability by ensuring excellent facility conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

Experience in small-scale maintenance and repair.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED required.

Additional Educational requirements: N/A

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Must be able to lift 15lbs
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license
• Must have a reliable vehicle

TRAVEL

In field as necessary

LOCATION

Albany, NY

WORK WEEK

Part-time role, 24 hours per week. Three days per week (week and/or weekend days available), with the hours flexible between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm.

HOURLY RANGE

$28.00-$30.00 (based on skill and experience)

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Exempt

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the successful completion of a background check.