Field Tech for the Emergency Operations and Enhanced Enforcement Division (EOD) Emergency Repair Program (ERP)

City of New York • New York City, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Tech works under direct supervision in the Emergency Repair Program within the Emergency Operations and Enhanced Enforcement Division (EOD) and performs as a Field Tech/Construction Project Manager L-2. EOD is responsible for emergency repairs in privately owned residential buildings and monitoring vendor repair work in City-owned buildings. Its primary goal is to secure voluntary corrective action by landlords and avoid direct City involvement where possible. The role involves fieldwork at facilities across New York City’s five boroughs, including buildings under construction or renovation. The employee may be scheduled for late evenings, weekends, and/or a flexible schedule. Candidates assigned to supervise asbestos removal or lead abatement must use protective clothing, a respirator, and a mask, and meet applicable regulatory and medical requirements. Candidates may receive agency training as an EPA Certified Lead Inspector within four months of employment.

Requirements

• Only permanent Construction Project Managers or candidates who have passed Construction Project Manager exam #5058 or #6040 will be considered.
• Meet the Construction Project Manager qualification requirements through one of the listed education and experience pathways: a high school diploma and five years of qualifying construction project management or inspection experience; a qualifying bachelor’s degree or professional license combined with the specified experience; or an eligible combination of education and experience.
• For Assignment Level II, have one additional year of satisfactory full-time experience in Assignment Level I or one additional year of qualifying construction project management or inspection experience.
• Specify each construction project worked on, the project description and time period, the work performed, and the money allotted for the project.
• Possess a valid New York State motor vehicle driver license at appointment, with no restrictions that preclude job duties, and maintain it throughout employment. Moving violations, suspension, or an accident record may result in disqualification.
• Be able to climb stairs and ladders and undertake extensive walking at inspection facilities, including sites under construction and renovation, while following mandated safety procedures.
• Employees supervising asbestos removal or lead abatement must use required protective clothing, respirator, and mask and meet regulatory and medical requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of New York City Department of Environmental Protection regulations and Rules of the City of New York, Title 15, Chapter 1.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand contract specifications and construction drawings.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access.
• Asbestos Investigator license.
• Asbestos Project Monitor license.
• Mold Assessor license.
• EPA Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor qualification.
• General knowledge of general construction, masonry, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, direct, and monitor emergency repair or compliance work according to plans and specifications.
• Ensure acceptable abatement methods and equipment are used in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Monitor contract performance, identify problems with emergency repairs, and seek appropriate resolutions.
• Prepare field reports, scopes of work, and cost estimates for emergency repair projects.
• Review and process contractors’ payment requisitions and change orders.
• Confirm contractors obtain pertinent permits before projects begin and closely monitor their performance.
• Perform scoping as applicable under agency guidelines.
• Enter applicable data into HPDInfo under agency guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED