Building Mechanic

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Night Shift Building Mechanic to join our team Tuesday – Saturdays 2pm - 11pm. The ideal candidate will possess a diverse skill set demonstrating the ability to tackle a variety of tasks efficiently. Work directly under the Chief Engineer and with the Maintenance Team for a Commercial Building in Tribeca.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to minor building and tenant repair and/or construction projects and oversight, monitoring of building demolition, painting, brick work, tile work, flooring, replacement of defective building equipment, implementation of maintenance programs and work assignments as directed.

Requirements:

- Support, maintain and perform all needed manufacturers’ and building standard minor labor functions for all mechanical, plumbing & electrical systems, HVAC, controls & water treatment in the Building. In addition to, as a primary function, perform locksmithing, painting, carpentry, tile work, plaster, sheetrock, etc.

- Assist in the monitoring and coordination Building projects, performance, inspections and reporting.

- Safe and efficient operation of all equipment, power and hand tools.

- Ability to work independently.

- Familiarity with OSHA and Safety Standards.

- Promote and contribute toward an overall effort in maintaining a high standard in the operation and appearance of the Building, as well as, tenant and peer relations through daily work practices.

Qualifications:

-Candidate must have, or be able to obtain within 3 years, a NYS Locksmithing License, SEIU Locksmithing, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry and associated troubleshooting courses

- Candidate must have or obtain the following NYC Certificates within six-(6) months of the starting date:

1. Sprinkler & Standpipe Inspection (F22-F12)
2. Oil Burner Low Pressure #6 P99
3. Fuel Oil Transfer P98
4. Fuel Handler S94

- Be available to work flexible shifts including overtime, weekends and holidays.

- Ability to attend training programs to improve capabilities constantly.

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a productive member of a team.

- Troubleshoot, maintain & repair the following components/equipment including but not limited to:

1. Repair and replacement of mortise & deadbolt locksets.
2. Cylinder repining
3. Repair, adjustment and replacement of automatic and manual door closures.
4. Repair and replacement of doors and hinges.
5. Installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures (faucets, flushometers, associated gate and ball valves, etc.).
6. Fluorescent ballast changes, tombstone replacement, socket replacement, light fixture replacement, etc.
7. Utilize computerized work order/preventative maintenance systems.
8. Be proficient in technical cleaning, decreasing, protection, etc.
9. Plastering, sheetrock, painting, filter replacement and radiator repairs.

Education

- Be a Union Apprentice Program graduate or

- 5 to 7 years of demonstrated building maintenance experience as a handyman in either a luxury residential or commercial property or equivalent in construction trades

Physical Requirements

- Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, negotiate heights and lift at least 50 lbs.

- Ability to perform continuous manual labor including climbing and lifting while utilizing hand tools, as well as, walk, reach, carry as well as push and pull objects.

32BJ Union Position offering a competative wage, along with a comprehensive benefits package.