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Maintenance Worker

Job Description

DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City’s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies what we do ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of city government and is instrumental to the successful day-to-day operations of the City of New York.
Our commitment to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability guides our work providing City agencies with the critical resources and support needed to succeed, including:

- Recruiting, hiring, and training City employees.
- Managing 55 public buildings.
- Acquiring, selling, and leasing City property.
- Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies.
- Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
- Leading the City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.

When you work at DCAS, you're not just working for one agency, but in service of them all. It's an opportunity to provide impactful support, quality customer service, and help protect the future of New York City for generations to come. Visit our website at nyc.gov/dcas to learn more about the work we do.

Building Services maintains a clean, healthy, and safe environment for tenants and customers within our 55+ City-managed and/or owned facilities through proficient custodial and maintenance services performing a variety of daily custodial and maintenance needs in all facilities in a clean, presentable, timely, cost effective and environmentally-friendly manner. Our employees provide an array of functions that are vital to daily building operations; including but not limited to cleaning, event set-up, recycling, provision of pest control services, and emergency response. We continually meet the changing needs of our facilities, while enhancing tenant and customer satisfaction.

The duties and responsibilities for a Maintenance Worker include, but are not limited to:
Under direct supervision, assists in the routine maintenance, operation and repair of public buildings and structures, and equipment. Conducts visual inspections of building equipment and conditions; performs related work.

Examples of typical tasks:

- Maintains, adjusts and makes minor repairs of building hardware, furniture, shelving and equipment;
- Replaces broken window and door glass
- Repairs windows and sashes
- Makes minor repairs to masonry, woodwork, flooring and walls;
- Makes minor repairs to building electrical, plumbing and heating systems;
- Assists in relocating building equipment as directed;
- Visually inspects public buildings, structures and equipment to assess and check for defects, malfunctions and hazardous conditions;
- Visually checks for and records the observable conditions of the premises; files reports;
- Keeps records;
- Operates a motor vehicle to travel to and from work sites.

To Apply:

Please go to www.nyc.gov/jobs or www.nyc.gov/ess for current NYC employees and search for Job ID#: 650397
NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED

Qualifications

1. Three years of full-time satisfactory experience as a mechanic, journeyperson or helper in the electrical trades, the mechanical trades, or the construction or maintenance of buildings; or

2. At least two years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above plus sufficient full-time training or education in the electrical, mechanical or construction trades in a trade school, technical school or vocational high school to make up the equivalent of three years of acceptable experience. Six months of experience will be credited for each year of full-time acceptable training or education.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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What You Should Know About Maintenance Worker, City of New York

If you're looking for a hands-on opportunity to make a real impact in New York City, consider the role of a Maintenance Worker at DCAS. As part of a team that keeps over 55 city-managed and owned facilities in top shape, you'll play a vital role in ensuring these public buildings are safe, inviting, and properly maintained. Your day-to-day work will include inspecting facilities for any issues, making minor repairs to equipment, furniture, and building systems, and providing essential custodial services. Whether it’s fixing a leaky pipe, replacing broken window glass, or conducting thorough visual inspections of our buildings, your contributions will be felt throughout the city. With a focus not just on maintenance but also on enhancing tenant and customer satisfaction, you will engage in various tasks that reflect DCAS’s mission to support the operations of city government. Each day will offer unique challenges and opportunities to learn in a role that encourages teamwork and professional growth. As a Maintenance Worker, you’ll not only ensure that buildings meet the highest standards but also help create a healthier, cleaner environment for all New Yorkers to enjoy. So, if you have three years of experience in mechanical or electrical trades, or even two years paired with relevant training, your next career adventure might just be waiting for you at DCAS in the heart of New York City. Join us in making a difference today!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Maintenance Worker Role at City of New York

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Maintenance Worker position at DCAS?

To apply for the Maintenance Worker position at DCAS, you should have at least three years of full-time satisfactory experience in mechanical or electrical trades. If you have two years of experience, you can supplement that with relevant education or training in these fields, which can total up to three years. This ensures you're well-prepared to maintain and repair a variety of building systems.