Mechanic

The Metropolitan Opera • New York, NY

29d • $48 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, a Mechanic operates, maintains, and adjusts HVAC and plumbing equipment; and performs related work. As a Mechanic you will ensure efficient and twenty-four hour operation of all equipment and utilities for the Met’s Facilities operation. You will work with the Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer, Engineers, and other Mechanics as part of the team by repairing the life safety systems and other related building operations, including elevators. A Mechanic maintains and monitors all hot water, steam, utilities, pumps, compressors, air handlers, fire and life safety systems in order to provide a safe environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of four years of general maintenance experience in plumbing including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (H.V.A.C.) systems and electrical systems
• Experience with shop tools, pipe threading, electric drills, rotary hammers, steam pressure reducing valve stations, etc.
• Ability to interpret plumbing, electrical, and mechanical blueprints
• Ability to exhibit manual dexterity and a working knowledge of all building, grounds, facilities and department work areas
• Must hold current or be capable of obtaining FDNY Certificates of Fitness: F-01 Fireguards; F-03 Indoor Place of Assembly; S-12 Citywide Sprinkler System; S-13 Citywide Standpipe System
• Must hold current or capable of obtaining FDNY Certificate of Qualification Q-01 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer
• Must hold or be capable of obtaining a membership card with Local 30

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains and adjusts pumps, heat exchangers, fan motors, heating equipment, ventilating, air conditioning, fan coils, pneumatic controls, DDC controls, refrigeration, and associated equipment and plumbing
• Makes periodic inspections of equipment and repairs to such equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• May operate control consoles in Engineers office.
• Reads and logs meters, gauges, and other recording devices.
• Keep records and makes reports.
• Routine building rounds
• Working with other trades (construction, electrical, outside elevator maintenance company) to ensure proper functionality of all equipment

What This Job Offers

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