Maintenance Custodian for Homeless Shelter and Supportive Housing Unit

5 days ago


Buffalo, New York, United States My Place Home For The Homeless Full time
Job Title: Maintenance Custodian for Homeless Shelter and Supportive Housing Unit

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Maintenance Custodian to provide maintenance services and general upkeep of our homeless shelter and newly renovated apartment building (8 units).

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for the regular and routine cleaning and upkeep of both facilities, as well as serving as the front-line for maintenance-related needs.

This role will be responsible for general maintenance such as painting, window and appliance installation, maintenance, and repair, as well as serving as the point of contact for contractors for larger projects.

You will facilitate and coordinate interaction with contractors/vendors under the supervision of the Program Director and Executive Director.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Regular and routine cleaning duties: sweeping, vacuuming, mopping in conjunction with program staff.
  • Regular and routine garbage and recyclables collection and removal.
  • Identifying and maintaining maintenance needs list with prioritization from most significant safety concerns to non-harmful small aesthetic improvement projects.
  • Facilitating and coordinating between organizations and vendors/contractors for larger projects.
  • Securing bid offers for projects and comparing vendor options.
  • Addressing needs of tenants (8-unit) and assisting in the development and compliance with agency procedures and protocols for addressing tenant maintenance requests.
  • Regular and routine building check and review including, but not limited to: changing lightbulbs, checking smoke and C02 detectors, monitoring of security equipment including alarms and security cameras, appliance repairs, window installation and inspection, assembling and disassembling office furniture, shelter beds, and other furniture.
  • Assembling and staging rooms for various events and occasions.
  • Maintaining a thorough inventory of and ordering maintenance equipment and cleaning supplies.
  • Assist with property sidewalk snow removal and safe establishment of safe pathway for entry and exit of facilities.
  • Providing maintenance and upkeep of offices, common spaces, and immediate building exterior and sidewalks of both facilities.
  • Additional tasks and projects as they are determined.
Custodian Requirements:
  • High school diploma.
  • Friendly, professional demeanor.
  • Good physical fitness.
  • Prior Janitorial AND apartment maintenance preferred but will consider trade school certification.


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