Facilities Commercial Handyman/Mechanic

Consumer Reports; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumer Reports, Inc. in Yonkers, NY, is seeking a skilled Mechanic to join our on-site facilities team. You will perform routine maintenance, repair equipment and oversee safety-compliant operations to keep our 63 labs and HQ running smoothly.

The role requires at least a high school diploma and 5+ years in maintenance or related work; strong multi-trade skills including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical work are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years in maintenance or a similar role.
• Knowledge of buildings, machinery, and equipment.
• Basic carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical skills.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks across facilities.
• Repair equipment, machinery, and building components.
• Respond to on-demand requests and emergency calls; assist with event setups.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and assist with inspections.
• Handle inventory management and equipment upkeep.
• Oversee emergency evacuations during safety events.
• Repair/install furniture, fixtures and equipment as needed.
• Maintain grounds and associated equipment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Facilities knowledge

Multi-trade skills

Carpentry

Painting

Plumbing

Electrical skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to a fair and just marketplace for all. CR is known for our rigorous testing and trusted ratings on thousands of products and services. We report extensively on consumer trends and challenges, and survey millions of people in the U.S. each year. We leverage our evidence-based approach to advocate for consumer rights, working with policymakers and companies to find solutions for safer products and fair practices.

Who We Are

Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to a fair and just marketplace for all. CR is known for our rigorous testing and trusted ratings on thousands of products and services. We report extensively on consumer trends and challenges, and survey millions of people in the U.S. each year. We leverage our evidence-based approach to advocate for consumer rights, working with policymakers and companies to find solutions for safer products and fair practices.

Our mission starts with you. We offer medical benefits that start on your first day as a CR employee that include behavioral health coverage, family planning and a generous 401K match. Learn more about how CR advocates on behalf of our employees.

Overview

CR’s consumer product and service testing center, in Yonkers, New York, is the largest nonprofit educational and consumer product testing center in the world. It is here where, in any one of our 63 labs, we test, rate, and review 10,000+ products and services.

As a Mechanic on the team, you will report to the Director of Facilities to focus on routine maintenance, responding to occasional off‑hour emergency calls and ensuring safety regulations are met and all equipment is in good working order.

This is an on-site position located in Yonkers, New York. This position is not eligible for sponsorship or relocation assistance.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Our dedicated facility team is instrumental in maintaining and repairing our organization’s headquarters so our testing and research experts can provide consumers with the information they need to make informed decisions. In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Performing maintenance tasks
• Repairing equipment, machinery, and building
• Responding to "on demand" and timely staff requests, event set‑ups / emergency calls Complying with safety regulations, and assisting with facility inspections.
• Handling inventory management
• Overseeing the emergency evacuations of staff during fire or safety events
• Repairing and installation of furniture, fixtures, and equipment
• Upkeep of grounds & equipment

About You

• You have the degree. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• You have the experience. A minimum of 5-years experience in maintenance or a similar role.
• You are a subject matter expert. You have knowledge of buildings, machinery, and equipment.
• You are a jack-of-all-trades. You have basic carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical skills.
• You are self-motivated and a problem solver.
• You value teamwork and collaboration.

You’ll Be One Of Our Top Picks If

• You are certified in a trade or equivalent field.
• You have experience working in a larger facility or multiple facilities.

Physical requirements include the following associated with trade work including working in an office environment, utilization of safe work practices, use of material handling equipment, ladders, lifts and tools & equipment typical for working on systems, ability to lift or move heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs), work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions typical to the region and the ability to operate large equipment including that used for grounds upkeep and snow removal.

FAIR PAY AND A JUST WORKPLACE

At Consumer Reports, we are committed to fair, transparent pay and we strive to provide competitive, market-informed compensation. The target salary range for this position is $69,074.30 - $80K. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall near the middle of this range. Compensation for the successful candidate will be informed by the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience.

Consumer Reports has three locations: Yonkers, NY, Washington, DC and Colchester, CT. We are registered to do business in and can only hire from the following states and federal district: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Consumer Reports is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or lactation), gender identity and expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Consumer Reports will provide you with any reasonable assistance or accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process.