Maintenance Technician

## Description
| | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Position Title | Maintenance Technician | Department | Facilities |
| Reports To | Operations Manager | Location | Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens |
| Schedule | Tuesday-Saturday 11a-7pm (Manhattan) Monday-Friday 11a-7pm (Brooklyn and Manhattan) | Status | Full-time |
| FLSA Status | Non-Exempt | Compensation | $26.70 per hour |

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

The Ali Forney Center (AFC) is the nation's largest organization dedicated to helping unhoused LGBTQ+ young people. AFC provides safe, affirming housing and supportive services to help unhoused LGBTQ+ youth thrive and become independent.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of Ali Forney Center sites, including residential, administrative, clinical, and mixed-use sites. This role ensures that all facilities are safe, clean, and functioning properly, providing a comfortable and supportive environment for clients and staff. The Maintenance Technician will perform repairs, routine maintenance tasks, and respond to maintenance requests.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

### Preventive Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs on assigned facilities
• Plumbing repairs (e.g., unclogging drains, fixing leaks).
• Electrical repairs (e.g., replacing light bulbs, resetting breakers).
• HVAC maintenance (e.g., cleaning filters, checking thermostats, troubleshooting pilot lights).
• General carpentry and painting.
• Assembling furniture and equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and work orders while ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine when licensed contractors or specialized vendors are required.
• Coordinate with outside contractors to ensure repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with AFC standards.

### Facility & Grounds Maintenance

• Maintain assigned facilities in a clean, safe, functional, and welcoming condition.
• Perform routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and address potential safety hazards.
• Assist with trash removal, recycling, and general grounds maintenance.
• Support snow and ice removal activities to ensure safe access to AFC facilities.
• Ensure all assigned sites consistently meet agency standards for cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness.

### Inventory & Asset Management

• Maintain inventory of maintenance tools, equipment, and repair supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and request materials as needed to support ongoing operations.
• Coordinate the pickup, transportation, and distribution of agency equipment, supplies, furniture, and in-kind donations.
• Maintain organized, clean, and secure storage areas.

### Communication & Documentation

• Communicate professionally and effectively with staff, residents, vendors, and the Operations Manager.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance requests, inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Report facility concerns, equipment failures, safety hazards, and repair recommendations promptly.
• Respond to facility-related requests in a timely, courteous, and customer-focused manner.
• Participate in required staff meetings, supervision sessions, and agency meetings.

###