Supervising Library Maintainer - Staten Island

The New York Public Library

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Blueprints, Candidate Sourcing, Carpentry, Collective Bargaining, Computer Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Construction, Driver's License, Electrical Components, Electricity, Fire Safety, Fitness, Flow Meter, HVAC, Hand Tools, Heavy Lifting, Hubs, Maintenance - Electrical, Material Moving, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Microsoft Word, Needs Assessment, Plumbing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Property Maintenance, Refrigeration, Reporting Skills, Scaffolding, Team Lead/Manager, Test Equipment, Testing
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
2 days ago

Supervising Library Maintainer - Staten IslandDepartment: FacilitiesLocation: Various LocationsCompensation: $79,384 / yearOverviewThe New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL's neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—many of which date to Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century—are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials. NYPL is seeking a Library Maintainer to maintain an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees.ResponsibilitiesPerforms repairs, installations and preventive maintenance of building plant operations consisting of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and general carpentry between multiple sites and properties of NYPLAssesses jobs and determines staffing and materials needs (makes recommendations as appropriate)Picks up supplies and materials as appropriateAssists in the training of Library Maintainers working on building infrastructure systemsTracks time spent on jobs using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)Supervises a team of Library MaintainersPerforms related duties as requiredRequired Education & CertificationsHigh School Diploma or GED and advanced courses in plumbing, mechanical, electrical, or refrigeration skillsValid driver's license and good driving recordRequired ExperienceSupervisory or training experienceExperience and education with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systemsExperience working with floor jacks, hand trucks, and other materials‑moving devices or cartsRequired SkillsSuccessfully demonstrated ability to qualify to obtain valid certificates of fitness for the following: Standpipe and Sprinkler systems; High Rise Fire Safety Director Class E, and Freon Handler (CFC)Successfully demonstrated experience in building trades in and in the operation and maintenance of large‑scale heating, air conditioning (Large Central Units and Package Units), elevator, electrical, and plumbing systemsSuccessfully demonstrated experience reading blueprints, circuit diagrams, water flow, and HVAC diagramsGood geographic knowledge of the greater New York areaMust possess an excellent knowledge of BMS (building monitoring system)Ability to use testing equipment: multi‑meters, flow‑meters, gauges, and basic hand tools to help diagnose equipment problemsAbility to do heavy lifting and set up and work from ladders, scaffolds and electric lifts, maintaining logs, writing reports, and preparing work schedulesGood oral and written communication skillsMust pass a physical examinationBasic knowledge and experience using computers, including email, Microsoft Word and ExcelCore ValuesBe Helpful to patrons and colleaguesBe Resourceful in solving problemsBe Curious in all aspects of your workBe Welcoming and InclusiveWork EnvironmentPublic service libraryOutside environmentPhysical DutiesAbility to walk or stand for prolonged periodsRequires bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 poundsAbility to work on ladders or manlift when requiredPre-Placement Physical Required?YesUnion / Non UnionUnion - Local 374FLSA StatusNon-ExemptSchedule40 hours per weekDesignated as Essential Personnel. Must be available to work flexible hours and overtime when necessary, evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as assigned.DisclaimerThis job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.Salary StatementAt the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, the educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies. Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).Seniority LevelMid‑Senior levelEmployment TypeFull‑timeJob FunctionEducation and TrainingIndustryLibraries#J-18808-Ljbffr

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