Mechanic II (Jamaica YMCA)

The Mechanic will perform building repair, maintenance, and cosmetic upgrades as directed.
Job Description

Salary: $24.00 Hourly

The Jamaica YMCA is seeking a Mechanic who, under the direct supervision of the Property Manager, will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems at the YMCA, as well as its off-sites. They will perform building repair, maintenance, and cosmetic upgrades as directed. The Mechanic will also clean and maintain the inside and outside of the 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.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Three (3) to 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.
  • Must have the ability to maintain and adjust controls, systems, preventative maintenance, and repair.
  • Understanding of 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, repairing, and maintaining.
  • Current Fire Safety Director certification or must pass the Fire Safety Director Certification within one (1) year of attaining the position.
  • Obtain Building Certification within three (3) months of attaining the position.
  • Must obtain S12, S13, and C42 Pool Certifications within one (1) year of attaining the position. Subject to mid-year and annual review.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours as well as overnight. Must be on call 24/7 when the Property Manager is not on-site.
Essential Functions
  • Perform repairs and preventive maintenance in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and swimming pool equipment (where applicable).
  • Perform building construction work as directed by branch leadership.
  • Clean all bathrooms, classrooms, locker rooms, Fitness Center, Free Weight Room, offices, Gymnasium, and all other spaces within the branch.
  • Store all deliveries, move furniture, set up and break down rooms, and remove snow.
  • Strip and wax the floors and shampoo rugs as needed.
  • Inform the Property Manager of all building issues.
  • Responsible for painting when assigned.
  • Follow the standards of the DOH, DOB, FDNY, HPD, and ECB Departments.
  • Other duties as assigned.