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Maintenance Worker (Level 1)
Upstate Caring Partners
Chadwicks, NY, USA
Posted on May 23, 2026
The Maintenance Worker I is responsible to assist with semi-skilled work in masonry, carpentry, electrical work, painting, general ground and building maintenance, preventative maintenance, and participating in Agency activities and will be dedicated to the Armory and Chadwicks Schools, primarily. This position is funded by the SED program within UCP and will have dual supervision from the Education Program and Facilities & Maintenance.
Core Responsibilities
- Maintain exterior areas including but not limited to snow & ice removal & spring and fall cleanup as needed.
- Inspect and report on fire extinguishers, emergency and exit lighting/signage and alarm system issues.
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, doors, windows and fixtures.
- Support preventative maintenance programs for building systems.
- Assist with set up and break down of classrooms, offices and program areas.
- Assist with furniture moves and equipment installation.
- Support School staff as needed to maintain sanitary conditions.
- Perform routine monthly inspections including a 30-point survey.
- Complete work orders in a timely manner to maintain safe learning environments.
- Maintain all required documentation, ensuring daily work is entered and accounted for in the maintenance Worx Hub application.
- Work in occupied environments with awareness of students with behavioral needs and follow school specific protocols.
- Communicate with School administration, Facility leadership, teachers and program staff as appropriate and provide updates as needed.
- Prioritize work orders across the schools
- Act as the point of contact for day-to-day building issues at Armory and Chadwicks schools.
- Performs general grounds and building cleaning operations, as needed.
- Performs preventative maintenance as directed.
- Participate in Agency activities that may include meetings, trainings and committees.
- Establish a work environment that creates positive communication between supervisors and employees.
- Assimilates new employees to the Agency’s culture, values and mission.
- Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards
- Required to be available for periodic emergent responses and on-call duty during week and weekend days.
- May perform other duties, both minor and major, not mentioned above.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- One (1) year of experience in building maintenance, facilities or related field preferred.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances are warranted.
- Travel is required. Must have and maintain a valid NYS Driver’s License.
Benefits
Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.
- Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Plan 403(b)
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Service Awards
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Employee Discounts
Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org