General Maintenance Technician

Company: Child & Family Services of Erie County
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The General Maintenance Technician will perform a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled building maintenance, repair, and construction tasks in the mechanical, building, and electrical trades as assigned by the Buildings and Grounds supervisor. Participates in quality improvement activities at all agency sites. Major Responsibilities/Activities: Perform carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and other related work as directed by the Facilities manager Follows appropriate safety guidelines in completing duties Properly uses, cleans and stores equipment needed to complete duties Completes duties in a timely and responsible manner Must be able to operate maintenance equipment. (saws, bob cat, power tools ) Must have mobility to access multi-level buildings and ladders for repair task Exhibits appropriate language, work attitudes and dress Exhibits dependability, proper work attendance and punctuality Shows respect and courtesy in all interactions and communication-internal or external to agency Demonstrates interest, knowledge and support for the Agency mission, values and philosophy Demonstrates self directed behaviors Supports and communicates with supervisor and co-workers in a cooperative manner Demonstrates initiative and seeks supervisory counsel when appropriate Accepts constructive criticism and uses supervision appropriately Models and practices sensitivity, fair treatment and acceptance of diversity in all interpersonal interactions On-call duties required Compliance with all agency policies and procedures. Competitive Pay Rate : $20- $25 per hour based on experience Minimum Requirements: Basic knowledge in trades such as Drywall, electric, plumbing & carpentry Ability to operate any equipment pertaining to painting, sprayer, scaffolds, ladders, etc. Valid driver’s license required with continued automobile insurance Must be able to lift 50 lbs Walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling and lifting will be required. CFS offers full-time employees the below benefits to support our employees and their families and help to create a healthy work environment. Paid Time Off (PTO) –20 PTO Days (25 Days After Five Years of Employment) –14 Paid Holidays (includes 2 flex holidays) – Bereavement: Four Paid Days – Paid Jury Duty Employer Paid Life Insurance Medical, Two Plan Options Dental, Two Plan Options Vision Insurance Wellness Program and Incentives Health Savings Account (HSA) and Quarterly Employer-Contributions Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care FSA Retirement Employee Referral Bonus Qualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) 403(b) Right Away and Employer-Contributions After Two Years Child & Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Child & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or familial status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Child & Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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