Maintenance Technician

Jewish Community Center Of Staten Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision coverage

FSA / Dependent Care

Pension / 403B

Free membership

Paid time off

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on building systems. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues while responding quickly to maintenance requests and keeping a clean, safe work area.

You will work on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general safety tasks, supporting a dynamic community center.

Qualifications

• Experience performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting building systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical documents.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on ladders and lifts.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain commercial HVAC equipment.
• Replace lighting fixtures, lamps, ballasts, switches, and fuses; troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Repair faucets, toilets, sinks, valves, and piping; clear clogged drains.
• Repair doors, locks, windows, ceilings, flooring, drywall, and cabinetry; assemble furniture.
• Follow OSHA and workplace safety procedures; maintain maintenance records and work orders.
• Assist with snow removal, landscaping, and setting up rooms for events.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Time management

Customer service

Communications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine inspections of our building systems and equipment. This position will include completing preventative maintenance according to established schedules. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and plumbing issues. This position also includes responding promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repairs, and maintaining a clean, safe and organized work area.

ABOUT YOU

You are a dependable, skilled Maintenance Technician who can perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot building systems, and complete repairs to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our facility. You have experience maintaining commercial buildings and can work independently while responding quickly to maintenance requests. You have time management, customer service and communications skills. You can work on Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to perform your job.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

HVAC Systems

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain commercial HVAC equipment.
• Replace filters, belts, motors, contactors, relays, capacitors, and other components.
• Monitor heating and cooling performance.
• Assist with seasonal startup and shutdown of HVAC equipment.
• Report major equipment deficiencies requiring outside contractors.

Electrical

• Replace lighting fixtures, lamps, ballasts, switches, receptacles, breakers, and fuses.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical problems.
• Maintain emergency lighting and exit signs.

Plumbing

• Repair faucets, toilets, sinks, valves, and piping.
• Clear clogged drains.
• Perform minor plumbing installations and repairs.

Carpentry & General Repairs

• Repair doors, locks, windows, ceilings, flooring, drywall, and cabinetry.
• Assemble furniture and equipment.
• Paint and patch walls as needed.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow OSHA and workplace safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Ensure building systems comply with applicable codes and regulations.
• Identify safety hazards and recommend corrective actions.

Grounds & Facility Support

• Assist with snow removal and ice control as needed.
• Perform minor landscaping and exterior maintenance.
• Set up and break down rooms for meetings, events, and special programs.
• Assist vendors and contractors working onsite.

OUR REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of commercial building maintenance experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical documents.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on ladders and lifts.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• EPA Universal Certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS)
• HVAC certification
• Electrical or plumbing trade experience

SALARY

$55,000 - $60,000 Annually

This is a full time, 40 hour per week position.

BENEFITS

The JCC of Staten Island is committed to keeping you and your family healthy and happy through a comprehensive benefits program. Offerings includes: subsidized options for Medical; offerings for Dental and Vision coverage, FSA and Dependent Care. We also offer free LTD, STD, Life Insurance, a Pension, 403B, generous program discounts, free membership, ample time off and much more!

ABOUT US

The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island was founded in 1929 with the goal of creating a home for the Jewish community by offering social, recreational, and educational activities. Over time, that mission expanded to help anyone who walked through the doors of any of our facilities. The JCC has become a true community center—not just for the Jewish community, but for the entirety of Staten Island.

Programs serve the needs we see in our community and are constantly expanding to meet new demand. We serve people of all walks of life, from young children to seniors and everyone in between. The JCC is proud to offer services that help improve the quality of life for people on Staten Island and beyond. We strive to help those in need as well as provide recreational and educational opportunities for our members.

The JCC of Staten Island is dedicatedto encouraging harmony throughout the community by providing facilities and programs that areopen to all regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. Everyone is welcome at the JCC.