Maintenance Technician (New York- 70K)

Merit Personnel & Consulting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Maintenance Technician in New York, NY. The role requires a minimum of five years of experience in corporate office maintenance and proficiency in MEP and HVAC systems. Responsibilities include developing maintenance programs, conducting inspections, and troubleshooting requests. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and be literate with MS Office. Overtime availability is necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in corporate office maintenance or equivalent industry.
• Ability to read and understand MEP drawings.
• Availability for overtime work.
• Proficiency in customer service communication with coworkers, vendors, and other business contacts.
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define and correct problems.
• Literate with computer programs (MS Office Suite, ticketing programs).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee a preventative maintenance program.
• Inspect work performed by contractors to verify quality standards.
• Conduct routine and periodic office inspections for safety.
• Troubleshoot and execute maintenance requests.
• Perform general plumbing and carpentry repairs.
• Complete documentation for service requests.
• Respond to emergency repair calls as needed.
• Perform general plumbing and carpentry repairs as needed.
• Assemble office furniture.
• Escort and assist tradespeople while onsite.
• Paint designated areas and items as needed.
• Replace light bulbs.
• Complete inter-office moves, including packing and unpacking.
• Responsible for conference room and internal event set-ups and breakdowns.
• Partner with Hospitality staff to keep office space in pristine condition and perform housekeeping tasks as needed.
• Hang TVs, pictures and shelving throughout office.
• Respond to off-hour emergency repair calls as needed.

Skills

General knowledge of MEP systems

Knowledge of HVAC systems and controls

Customer service communication skills

Logical thinking for problem solving

Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)

Physical ability to lift 50 lbs

Tools

Ticketing programs

MS Office Suite

Job description

Location: New York, NY (Downtown Manhattan)

Overview

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician with a m inimum of five years of experience in corporate office maintenance or equivalent industry.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the FM Manager to develop and oversee a robust preventative maintenance program and schedule
• Inspect work performed by contractors, vendors and other service providers to verify the work, materials and services meet quality standards, scope and specifications as required
• Assist in conducting routine and periodic office space inspections to identify safety and risk concerns
• Partner with contracted vendors to obtain estimated labor and materials costs needed for repairs
• Apply cost saving and expense controls by fixing rather than replacing when possible
• Complete documentation and other paperwork timely and accurately so that service requests can be appropriately documented and tracked
• Troubleshoot, evaluate and execute all maintenance requests and report back to Facilities Manager
• Perform general plumbing and carpentry repairs as needed
• Assemble office furniture
• Escort and assist tradespeople while they are onsite
• Paint designated areas and items as needed
• Replace light bulbs
• Complete inter-office moves, including packing and unpacking
• Responsible for conference room and internal event set-ups and breakdowns
• Partner with Hospitality staff to ensure office space is keep in pristine conditions, perform general housekeeping tasks as needed
• Hang TVs, pictures and shelving throughout office
• Respond to off-hour emergency repair calls as needed

Qualifications

• General knowledge of MEP systems
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and controls
• Ability to read and understand MEP drawings
• Minimum of five years of experience in corporate office maintenance or equivalent industry
• Proficiency in customer service communication skills in order to effectively interact with co-workers, vendors, and other business contacts
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define and correct problems
• Literate with computer programs (MS office Suite, ticketing programs)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Must be available to work overtime as needed