Evening & Weekend Facilities Technician

School of Visual Arts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Visual Arts in New York, NY is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform hands-on repairs and preventive maintenance across campus facilities. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, you will work independently and with a team to keep buildings, systems, and outdoor spaces safe and welcoming.

Responsibilities include core trade repairs in electrical, plumbing/HVAC, carpentry/locksmithing, and painting/masonry; plus duties in daily task logs, inspections, and assisting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of direct facility or building maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated skill in basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and locksmithing.
• Comfortable using smartphones, email, Microsoft Office, and digital work order systems.
• FDNY Certificate of Fitness preferred; cross-training and additional certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Core trade repairs and preventive maintenance across electrical, plumbing/HVAC, carpentry/locksmithing, and painting/masonry.
• Log and complete daily tasks and work orders; inspect buildings and grounds.
• Assist with event setup, heavy moves, and campus operations.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls and support department meetings and training.

Skills

Basic carpentry

Painting

Plumbing & HVAC

Electrical

Locksmithing

Technical skills

Office software

Work order systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The School of Visual Arts in New York, NY is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform hands-on repairs and preventive maintenance across campus facilities. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, you will work independently and with a team to keep buildings, systems, and outdoor spaces safe and welcoming.

Responsibilities include core trade repairs in electrical, plumbing/HVAC, carpentry/locksmithing, and painting/masonry; plus duties in daily task logs, inspections, and assisting