Maintenance Technician

Staten Island JCC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

Pension / 403B

Free membership

Time off

Job summary

The JCC of Staten Island is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine inspections of our building systems and equipment. This role involves diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues, and completing preventative maintenance according to established schedules.

You will respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies, maintain a clean, safe and organized work area, and work with CMMS to track work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 3+ years of commercial building maintenance 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Replace lighting fixtures, lamps, ballasts, switches, receptacles, breakers, and fuses.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical problems.
• Maintain emergency lighting and exit signs.
• Repair faucets, toilets, sinks, valves, and piping.
• Clear clogged drains.
• Perform minor plumbing installations and repairs.
• Repair doors, locks, windows, ceilings, flooring, drywall, and cabinetry.
• Assemble furniture and equipment.
• Paint and patch walls as needed.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Safety procedures

CMMS

Blueprints

Troubleshooting

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA Universal Certification

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification

HVAC certification

Electrical or plumbing trade experience

Tools

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 dedicated to encouraging harmony throughout the community by providing facilities and programs that are open 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.