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

City of New York•New York, NY

6d•$78,740 - $90,551•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Tech works as a Field Tech/Construction Project Manager, Assignment Level II, in the Emergency Repair Program within the Emergency Operations Division of the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development. Under direct supervision, the role supports emergency repairs in privately owned residential buildings and monitors vendor repair work in City-owned buildings. The division’s primary goal is to secure voluntary corrective action by landlords and avoid direct City involvement where possible. Field work may be assigned in any of New York City’s five boroughs, with late-evening, weekend, and/or flexible scheduling.

Requirements

Only permanent Construction Project Managers or candidates who have passed Construction Project Manager exam #5058 or #6040 will be considered.
For Assignment Level II, meet the Construction Project Manager qualification requirements and 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.
Construction Project Manager qualification pathways include a high school diploma and five years of qualifying full-time construction project management or inspection experience; or a qualifying degree or professional license combined with required experience; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
Qualifying construction-project experience must involve managing and/or inspecting projects costing at least $300,000 for each required year of experience.
Possess and maintain a valid New York State motor vehicle driver license without restrictions that preclude performance of the job; certain moving violations, suspensions, or accident records may be disqualifying.
Specify each construction project worked on, including its description, dates, type of work performed, and budget or money allotted.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders and undertake extensive walking at facilities, including sites under construction or renovation, while following required safety procedures.
Employees supervising asbestos removal or lead abatement must use protective clothing, a respirator, and a mask and meet applicable 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.
Candidates may be trained by the agency as an EPA Certified Lead Inspector within four months of employment.

Responsibilities

Inspect, direct, and monitor emergency repair or compliance work in accordance with plans and specifications.
Ensure appropriate abatement methods and equipment are used and that work complies with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Monitor contract performance, identify problems with emergency repairs, and pursue 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 required permits before projects begin and monitor their performance.
Perform scoping as applicable under agency guidelines.
Enter applicable data into HPDInfo in accordance with agency guidelines.
Work evenings and weekends as required.

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