Maintenance Worker

City of New York • Brooklyn, NY

57d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, will assist in the routine maintenance, operation and repair of public buildings and structures, and the equipment they contain. Conduct visual inspections of building equipment and conditions; perform related work, such as driving to and from work sites. Multiple vacancies are available in various locations throughout the Borough of Brooklyn. Selected candidates will be required to float throughout the Borough of Brooklyn. This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. For NYCHA employees, these positions are open as a promotional opportunity only and are not open on a direct transfer (lateral) basis. 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.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Consideration for the 55-a Program (if eligible and indicated in cover letter).

Responsibilities

• Maintain, adjust, and make minor repairs of building hardware, furniture, shelving, and equipment.
• Replace broken window and door glass.
• Repair windows and sash.
• Make minor repairs to masonry, woodwork, flooring, and walls.
• Make minor repairs to building electrical, plumbing, and heating systems.
• Assist in relocating building equipment as directed.
• Visually inspect public buildings, structures, and equipment to assess and check for defects, malfunctions, and hazardous conditions.
• Visually checks for and records the observable conditions of the premises.
• 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

What This Job Offers

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