Maintenance Technician - Schenectady or Poughkeepsie - Planned Parenthood of Greater New York

At Planned Parenthood of Greater New York(PPGNY), our greatest strengths are the employees who empower every individual with the information, resources, and care they need to live happy, healthy lives.

This position is responsible for effectively responding to all issues that affect the Facilities of PPGNY in our Region 2 and Region 3 locations, under the supervision of the Sr. Facilities & Security Manager, whether directly and hands-on or by coordinating estimates from vendors. These issues include day-to-day maintenance matters as well as major repairs and/or buildouts. This position will travel between the Region 2 and Region 3 locations under the direction of the Sr. Facilities & Security Manager, including covering staff vacations and assisting in locations with heavy ticket loads.

Candidate can be based in Schenectady or Poughkeepsie.

Essential Functions: include, but are not limited to, the following:

Performing routine and emergency repairs on equipment, fixtures, and building systems. This can include general carpentry/handyman work such as painting, flooring, roofing, and work on electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

Regularly inspecting buildings, equipment, and systems to ensure they are running efficiently and up to standards.

Maintaining and efficiently responding to facilities tickets.

Yard maintenance including weeding, garbage pick-up, mowing, salting, snow shoveling, tree trimming, etc.

Ensure timely and regular inspection and repair of buildings and equipment. Keep organized records of inspections and repairs. Inspect buildings' structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations.

Supervise external contractors during capital improvements; Checks completed work by vendors and contractors.

Moving of furniture and supplies throughout the agency with special attention given to all Centers; assist in discarding of bulk trash for all sites and work in special projects as assigned by Facilities supervisors during renovation work at the sites.

Track vehicle mileage and record a daily work log.

Able to maintain and update systems to coordinate and facilitate workflow.

Attend orientation, training, and staff development functions as required.

Effectively communicate with leadership regarding daily duties and affiliate needs.

Prioritize and respond to emergent situations, analyze and take appropriate action which may include outsourcing the work.

A demonstrated commitment to PPGNY's mission related to bodily autonomy, health equity, and gender and racial justice.

A demonstrated commitment to learning about and enhancing practices related to racial equity and its impact on healthcare systems.

Strong relationship building and communication skills, including an ability to work and build trust across cultural differences related to race, class, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin or ability; and to reflect on one's personal identity with humility.

All employees are required to demonstrate the importance of the ethical and cultural awareness commitment of Planned Parenthood by:

Demonstrating empathy; recognizing inherent worth, and treating individuals with respect

Protecting confidentiality of staff.

Builds and maintains positive, quality relationships with customers, both internal (colleagues) and external (patients, clients, donors etc).

Planned Parenthood has zero tolerance for non-compliance with our policies and procedures for addressing situations that endanger the welfare of minors, including our policies and procedures relating to state mandatory reporting laws.

Makes a commitment to participate in PPGNY's Risk and Quality initiatives

• High School diploma or GED
• Professional knowledge may be obtained through formal education and/or through work experience
• Prior work experience: at least 3 years prior work experience in the areas of construction, electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC
• Basic computer skills, experience with PC
• Current Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to continuously talk and hear, frequently sit, stand, walk, reach, grasp, handle small objects, use repetitive motions of the hands and wrists. Work requires bending. Rarely requires repetitive motion of the feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to push maximum 100 pounds ability to lift minimum 50 pounds
• Must be able to maintain a flexible schedule and during peak activity periods work in excess of 7.5 hours per day and/or 37.5 hours per week.
• Must be able to walk up and downs stairs.

$60,000 - $65,000 a year

Generous PTO and holiday schedule

Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents

FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds

Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment

Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our brick-and-mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY's education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.

At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.

PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.