Facility Mechanic

Basic Function: Maintains LESC buildings in repair, including plumbing, electricity, and maintenance of all facilities.

• Identifies and repairs maintenance problems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical.
• Maintains air conditioners by cleaning filters and condensers monthly.
• Checks smoke detectors, emergency lights and locks on fire exits to ensure they are safe and operational monthly.
• Changes fuses, light bulbs and ceiling tiles when required.
• Unclogs drains, toilets and sinks.
• Monitors oil and boiler temperature.
• Uses meter to measure UV lighting.
• Assists in conducting fire drills.
• Sets up chairs, podium, TV/VCR, microphone and overhead projectors upon request.
• Tags equipment of fixed assets as part of the inventory control program.
• Performs monthly fire extinguisher inspection.
• Cleans snow and maintains a safe walkway.
• Maintains garden / edging.
• Supervises porter/handyman/cleaner.
• Provides on‑call 24‑hour coverage.
• Fills in for other facility mechanics and porters on leave as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

Location: Bronx, NY 10460

Schedule: Monday‑Friday 8am‑4pm

Must be able to work additional hours or adjust hours as needed (including evenings, weekends).

Pay: $49,995.00/yr – $54,982.20/yr depending on experience.

• Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Discounted Commuter benefits
• Life insurance & long‑term disability
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program
• Training and other additional voluntary benefits

• NYS Driver’s License.
• High School graduate, GED and/or Trade School Diploma and 5 years experience in building maintenance (HVAC, plumbing, painting and electrical).
• Must provide own hand tools.

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