Facilities Maintenance Technician: Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC

Westhab; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westhab Maintenance Mechanic position in Yonkers, NY reports to the Facility Manager and performs routine repairs across plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry for a NYC DHS shelter facility.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of repair/mechanical experience; good math skills and English communication are essential. Some evenings/weekends may be required. Westhab is a mission-driven employer focused on housing and supportive services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of repair/mechanical experience, including carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical.
• Ability to communicate in English (written and verbal).
• Good math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Escorts outside contractors, vendors and inspectors and accepts deliveries as needed.
• Performs repairs not requiring a licensed contractor.
• Troubleshoots and repairs light electrical and plumbing work, outlets and fixtures.
• Serves HVAC troubleshooting and servicing including cleaning units and replacing filters.
• Makes repairs to sheetrock, finishes and painting as needed.
• Adjusts windows, doors and locks; installs/repairs room furniture.
• Repairs damages to client rooms, furniture and fixtures.
• Responsible for mechanical work on unit turnovers and completing work orders.
• Reports negative building conditions to Facility Manager.

Skills

Repair experience

English communication

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Westhab Maintenance Mechanic position in Yonkers, NY reports to the Facility Manager and performs routine repairs across plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry for a NYC DHS shelter facility.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of repair/mechanical experience; good math skills and English communication are essential. Some evenings/weekends may be required. Westhab is a mission-driven employer focused on housing and supportive services.