Maintenance Technician

Friends of the High Line; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

20 vacation days, 7 sick days, 10 paid

Commuter benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Friends of the High Line is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and wood structures in a dynamic, outdoor urban park. You will perform daily rounds, complete work orders in a CMS, and coordinate with staff, volunteers, and the public across all seasons.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of relevant maintenance experience, strong safety practices, and the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with electrical systems including lighting, outlets, switches, breakers, motors.
• Experience with carpentry repair including wood structures and seating.
• Experience with power tools, small motorized equipment, and vehicles.
• Ability to use ladders, scaffolding, and/or a scissor lift.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must have good communication and ability to follow instructions.
• Valid New York State driver’s license; OSHA, FDNY certificates of fitness, and Pool & Spa Operator certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on HVAC, lighting, electrical distribution for events, irrigation pumps, water feature, bathroom fixtures, security gates and cameras, elevators, fire alarms, and wood park furniture and decking.
• Conduct daily rounds and readings of mechanical areas; troubleshoot and maintain water feature components.
• Complete daily work orders in the CMS; track time, resources, and materials; respond to and close work orders within 24 hours.
• Perform other duties such as winter snow and ice removal.

Skills

Electrical systems

HVAC

Carpentry

Power tools

Safety compliance

Outdoor work

Tools

Drills

Grinders

Welders

Table saws

Air compressors

Job description

The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the High Line's unique infrastructural elements, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. From HVAC and LED lighting to irrigation pumps, the park's signature water feature, and its wood decking and furniture, this position keeps the systems that millions of annual visitors experience running safely and seamlessly. Day to day, the Technician conducts rounds and readings of mechanical areas, completes and tracks work orders, and responds quickly as issues arise. This is hands‑on, largely outdoor work across all four seasons in a highly visited public space, where the Technician interacts regularly with staff, volunteers, and the public.

This position reports to the Senior Maintenance Manager. This is a full‑time, year‑round, non‑exempt position with an hourly rate of $30.

The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the High Line's unique infrastructural elements, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. From HVAC and LED lighting to irrigation pumps, the park's signature water feature, and its wood decking and furniture, this position keeps the systems that millions of annual visitors experience running safely and seamlessly. Day to day, the Technician conducts rounds and readings of mechanical areas, completes and tracks work orders, and responds quickly as issues arise. This is hands‑on, largely outdoor work across all four seasons in a highly visited public space, where the Technician interacts regularly with staff, volunteers, and the public.

This position reports to the Senior Maintenance Manager. This is a full‑time, year‑round, non‑exempt position with an hourly rate of $30.

Requirements

Infrastructure Maintenance & Repair

• Perform maintenance and repair on specialized infrastructure elements, including HVAC, LED lighting, electrical distribution for events, irrigation pumps, a specialized water feature, bathroom fixtures, security gates and cameras, elevators, fire alarms, small gas‑powered and electric equipment, wood park furniture and decking, concrete structure and pavers, and painted steel
• Conduct daily rounds and readings of mechanical areas
• Troubleshoot and maintain the water feature and its components, including pumps, filters, actuators, strainers, and UV systems; monitor chemical levels; and conduct spring and fall seasonal preparation

Equipment & Tools

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and calibrate small gas‑powered equipment such as snow blowers, lawn mowers, and power washers
• Operate and maintain tools including drills, grinders, welders, table saws, and air compressors
• Safely operate all tools and equipment in compliance with federal, state, and local safety requirements, including trucks, electric vehicles, specialized equipment, small power equipment, and hand tools
• Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) including face masks, protective gloves, hard hats, and goggles

Work Order Management

• Complete daily work orders on the custom Computerized Management System (CMS) as assigned, tracking time, resources, and materials used
• Ensure communication is maintained on all work orders; respond to and complete work orders within 24 hours

General Operations

• Perform other duties as assigned, including winter snow and ice removal

Ideal Experience:

• 2-4 years of relevant work experience
• Demonstrate ability to perform a wide variety of maintenance tasks
• Experience working with electrical systems. Including troubleshooting repairs and preventative maintenance. Involving Lighting, outlet , switches, breakers, motors in a safe manner.
• Ability to perform a wide range of carpentry repair Including maintenance and repair of wood structures, wood planks and seating
• Experience with power tools, small motorized equipment, and vehicles
• Ability to use ladders, scaffolding, and/or a scissor lift while performing job duties
• Able to work alone and in groups
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, sometimes for extended periods of time
• Good communication skills and ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Interacts well with staff, volunteers, and the public in a highly‑visited public space
• Valid New York State driver's license
• Must acquire required OSHA, FDNY certificates of fitness, and a Pool & Spa Operator certification

Abilities:

• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and on an on‑call basis as needed
• Ability to walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects in excess of 75 lbs. using proper tools and leverage methods
• Must pass the New York City Parks Department driving assessment and safety training

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 20 Vacation days, 7 sick days, and 10 paid holidays with floating holidays & Winter Fridays
• Discounts Citi Bike Membership
• Discounts with Vendor at the High Line & around the Meatpacking neighborhood
• Free entrance to Whitney Museum
• Supplemental short‑term disability insurance and paid life insurance
• Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave
• Commuter benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Contribution in a 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Growth & Development

About Friends of the High Line

The High Line is both a nonprofit organization and a public park on the West Side of Manhattan. We're devoted to reimagining public spaces to create connected, healthy neighborhoods and cities through our work with communities on and off the High Line. Built on a historic, elevated rail line, the High Line was always intended to be more than a park. You can walk through the gardens, view art, experience a performance, enjoy food or beverage, or connect with friends and neighbors, all while enjoying a unique perspective of New York City. Nearly 100% of our annual budget comes through donations from people like you, who help us operate, maintain, and program the park.

The High Line is owned by the City of New York and we operate under a license agreement with NYC Parks.

EEO Statement

Friends of the High Line is a proud equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, familial or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.