Maintenance Mechanic B (1199 SEIU)

New York Medical College•Valhalla, NY

3d•$31 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Associate Director of Maintenance & Engineering, Maintenance Mechanic B will perform routine and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities equipment.

Requirements

Education Requirement: The individual should possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate combined with basic experience in building/Facilities maintenance.
Technical/Computer Skills: Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office computer programs, including Word and Outlook, as well as the internet.
Familiarity with mobile devices such as iPod or iPad for daily work assignments and reporting.
Prior Experience: The individual should possess a minimum of one year (1+) experience in the maintenance field.
Working knowledge of safety regulations is essential.
Must be able to follow verbal and written directives given in English and possess good communication skills and possess the ability to interact with building/office occupants effectively.
Physical & Environmental Demands: Extensive walking to and from various buildings on campus.
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and climb ladders.
Work is performed both inside and outside, under various types of weather conditions.
Certain working conditions may be wet, as well as hot or cold.
Work in spaces that may contain physical and noise hazards.

Nice To Haves

A technical degree with continuing education in new and emerging maintenance technologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

Executes Preventative Maintenance (PM), routine and emergency work orders on mechanical systems as assigned, including, but not limited to: air handling equipment, pumps, boilers, and heat exchangers.
Performs minor electrical troubleshooting and repairs including but not limited to: diagnosing bad motors, resetting overload assemblies, and replacing ballasts/switches.
Performs minor facilities improvement and repair-related work including but not limited to cutting/replacing ceiling tiles, replacing window air conditioners, clearing clogged drains and toilets.
Works with an outside contractor on equipment as required.
Assesses and performs emergency repairs of equipment in order to restore service, protect persons and/or abate damages to buildings and equipment (including all actions necessary to render a situation, system, or component in a safe condition).
Notify the appropriate Facilities Manager of resolutions of initial trouble calls and all problems requiring additional repairs.
Completes all required PM and work order tracking documentation as instructed by Supervisor and submits in a timely manner.
Complies with all applicable environmental, health and safety regulations and all applicable College policies and procedures, including, but not limited to the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Participates on snow removal team upon request of the Facilities Director or Associate Director.
Carries out other duties as assigned by his/her Supervisor to support the needs of NYMC/campus operations.