MAINTENANCE WORKER
About The Position
The Asbestos Department provides essential and specialized services that support the maintenance and operation of NYCHA's developments. The Department provides technical assistance for routine and emergencies to NYCHA personnel in the fields of asbestos and is responsible for investigating testing, and abatement of Asbestos-related materials. Under the direction of the Asbestos Supervisor(s)/Asbestos Handlers/Asbestos Investigators and with wide latitude for independent initiative, judgment and decision-making, the selected candidate's duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
Requirements
- Three years of full-time satisfactory experience as a mechanic, journeyperson or helper in the electrical trades, the mechanical trades, or the construction or maintenance of buildings; or
- At least two years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above plus sufficient full-time training or education in the electrical, mechanical or construction trades in a trade school, technical school or vocational high school to make up the equivalent of three years of acceptable experience. Six months of experience will be credited for each year of full-time acceptable training or education.
- A driver’s license is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- NYCHA employees applying for promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
- NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.
- Indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program if you are a qualified person with a disability eligible for the 55-a Program.
Responsibilities
- Remove building hardware such as sink, shower panel, kitchen base cabinet, shelving, other furniture, and equipment.
- Survey the apartment including make work area sketches with measurements to allow for asbestos abatement/inspections to be conducted.
- Assist in minor electrical instrument hook-ups.
- Prepare reports and keep records.
- Operate a motor vehicle to travel to and from work sites.
Benefits
- A choice of medical coverage plans
- Deferred compensation plans
- A defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees' Retirement System
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
