Maintenance Facilities

Facilities & Maintenance Specialist

Location: Bronx, NY (On-site)

Schedule: Monday to Friday 11am-7pm

Pay Rate: $22 -$23 per hour

About the Organization

We are a premier public defense and community advocacy non-profit organization dedicated to transforming legal representation and support services in the Bronx. By combining legal defense across multiple practice areas with dedicated social work and community advocacy, our team serves over 20,000 local residents each year.

Position Overview

The Facilities & Maintenance Specialist ensures that our office spaces, operational hubs, and infrastructure remain safe, functional, clean, and welcoming for staff, clients, and community members. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations & Facilities, this role handles daily hands-on building maintenance, minor repairs, facility setups, vendor coordination, and routine space inspections.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Technical Upkeep

• Perform routine preventive maintenance and light repairs across mechanical, plumbing, electrical, door hardware, and drywall/paint systems.
• Troubleshoot minor facility issues (HVAC filters/thermostat resets, plumbing clogs, fixture replacements, furniture repairs).
• Conduct daily visual site walkthroughs to identify and resolve maintenance hazards or facility defects proactively.

Space Management & Operations:

• Handle office furniture assembly, disassembly, reconfigurations, and ergonomic adjustments.
• Manage room setups and breakdowns for large staff meetings, client intake, and community events.
• Coordinate incoming facility requests and ticket submissions, resolving work orders promptly.
• Receive, log, and transport heavy deliveries, office supplies, and equipment throughout the facilities.

Health, Safety & Vendor Coordination:

• Maintain compliance with local NYC fire, health, and building safety codes.
• Escort and monitor external service contractors (HVAC technicians, locksmiths, exterminators, fire life safety vendors) during site visits.
• Support emergency protocol execution (snow removal, storm prep, urgent spill response, water leaks).

Qualifications:

Required Experience & Technical Skills

• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on commercial building maintenance, facilities handyman experience, or trade work (non-profit or community-based organizational experience preferred).
• Trades Competency: Basic working knowledge of commercial plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and HVAC systems.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, operate basic power tools, and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Communication & Tech: Strong interpersonal skills; ability to use digital ticketing systems or email for task tracking.

Founded in 1991, The Goodkind Group’s stellar reputation has distinguished our prominent place in the staffing industry. We have a strong sense of loyalty, integrity, and professionalism. Our team has a great co-mingling spirit and camaraderie. Some of us have been together for over 30 years. We enjoy picking up the phone and getting to know both our clients and candidates, and we are committed to building and growing our relationships over time.