Mechanic III (Greenpoint YMCA)

YMCA
Hourly
$19.00
$25.26
How to Apply
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The Mechanic will maintain and repair the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems at the Greenpoint YMCA and its off-sites.
Job Description

Salary: $19.00 - $25.26 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Greenpoint YMCA is seeking a Mechanic who, under the direct supervision of the Building & Grounds Superintendent, will be responsible for maintaining and repairing the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems at the Greenpoint YMCA and its off-sites. The Mechanic will perform building repair, maintenance, and cosmetic upgrades as directed. They will also clean and maintain the inside and outside of the Greenpoint YMCA and its off-sites, including, but not limited to, the sidewalks, hallways, stairways, bathrooms, shower rooms, offices, and all program areas.


Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

Qualifications
  • High School diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Minimum of five (5) years of maintenance and building construction work experience and progressive responsibility.
  • Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment, along with a basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment.
  • Knowledge of the use of mechanical test equipment.
  • Understanding cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use (MSOS).
  • Maintain FDNY, DOB, and DOH logbooks as required.
  • Must be able to maintain the pool, including reading, repair, and maintenance.
  • Obtain F07 and F01 within six (6) months of attaining the position and S95 within one (1) year of attaining the position.
  • Must obtain S12, S13, F07, and C42 or C91 Pool Certification within six (6) months of attaining the position. Subject to mid-year and annual review.
  • Obtain Building Certification within three (3) months of attaining the position.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours as well as overnight. Must be on call 24/7 when the Building & Grounds Superintendent is not onsite.
  • Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
Essential Functions
  • Performs repairs and preventive maintenance on the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and swimming pool equipment (where applicable).
  • Performs building construction work as directed by branch leadership.
  • Cleans all bathrooms, classrooms, locker rooms, Fitness Center, Free Weight Room, offices, Gymnasium, and all other spaces within the branch.
  • Stores all deliveries, moves furniture, sets up and breaks down rooms, and removes snow.
  • Strips and waxes the floors and shampoos rugs as needed.
  • Informs the Executive Director of all building issues.
  • Responsible for painting when assigned.
  • Follow the standards of the DOH, DOB, FDNY, HPD, and ECB Departments.