Mechanic II (Long Island City YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York•Queens, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Long Island City YMCA is seeking a Mechanic II to maintain and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and applicable swimming pool systems at the YMCA and its off-site locations. Under the direct supervision of the Property Manager, the Mechanic performs building repairs, preventive maintenance, construction work, and cosmetic upgrades as directed. The role also includes cleaning and maintaining the interior and exterior of the YMCA and its off-sites, including program areas, offices, restrooms, locker rooms, hallways, stairways, and sidewalks. The Mechanic follows applicable agency standards and maintains required building logbooks. The position requires flexible and overnight hours, weekend and early-morning availability, and 24/7 on-call availability when the Property Manager is not on-site.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three to five years of maintenance and building construction work experience with progressive responsibility.
Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment and a basic understanding of equipment upkeep and care.
Knowledge of mechanical and test equipment.
Ability to maintain and adjust controls and systems, perform preventive maintenance, and make repairs.
Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use (MSOS).
Must be able to work flexible hours, including overnight.
Must be on call 24/7 when the Property Manager is not on-site.
Must be available weekends and early morning shifts.

Nice To Haves

Current Fire Safety Director certification; otherwise, the certification must be passed within one year of attaining the position.
Obtain Building Certification within three months of attaining the position.
Obtain S12, S13, and C42 Pool Certifications within one year of attaining the position.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and swimming pool equipment where applicable.
Perform building construction work as directed by branch leadership.
Clean bathrooms, classrooms, locker rooms, the Fitness Center, Free Weight Room, offices, Gymnasium, and other branch spaces.
Store deliveries, move furniture, set up and break down rooms, and remove snow.
Strip and wax floors and shampoo rugs as needed.
Inform the Property Manager of building issues.
Paint when assigned.
Follow standards of the DOH, DOB, FDNY, HPD, and ECB Departments.
Maintain FDNY, DOB, and DOH logbooks as required.
Maintain the pool, including reading, repair, and maintenance.
Perform other duties as assigned.