Mechanic II (Long Island City YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a full-time Mechanic at the Long Island City location to maintain and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems for the YMCA and its off-sites. You will perform building repairs, upkeep, and cosmetic upgrades as directed by the Property Manager.

Requires 3–5 years of maintenance experience, a High School diploma, and relevant certifications (e.g., pool and safety credentials).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Three to five years of maintenance and building construction work experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Knowledge of using mechanical test equipment.
• Ability to maintain and adjust controls, systems, and preventative maintenance.
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals and safe usage.
• Maintain FDNY, DOB, and DOH logbooks.
• Pool maintenance and specific pool certifications required within 1 year.
• Must obtain required safety and building certifications within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and pool equipment.
• Perform building construction work as directed by branch leadership.
• Clean all spaces within the branch and off-sites.
• Store deliveries, move furniture, set up/break down rooms, and remove snow.
• Strip and wax floors and shampoo rugs as needed.
• Inform the Property Manager of all building issues.
• Responsible for painting when assigned.
• Follow DOH, DOB, FDNY, HPD, and ECB standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Cleaning knowledge

Mechanical testing equipment

Preventive maintenance

Chemicals handling

Regulatory logs

On-call availability

Flexible hours

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Fire Safety Director certification

Building Certification

S12, S13, C42 Pool Certifications

Job description

Full-Time / Regular
$21.00 Hourly
The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers - to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and LEAP career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.
The Long Island City YMCA is seeking a Mechanic who, under the direct supervision of the Property Manager, will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems at the YMCA, as well as its off-sites. They will perform building repair, maintenance, and cosmetic upgrades as directed. The Mechanic will also clean and maintain the inside and outside of the YMCA and its off-sites, including, but not limited to, the sidewalks, hallways, stairways, bathrooms, shower rooms, offices, and all program areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and swimming pool equipment (where applicable).
• Perform building construction work as directed by branch leadership.
• Clean all bathrooms, classrooms, locker rooms, Fitness Center, Free Weight Room, offices, Gymnasium, and all other spaces within the branch.
• Store all deliveries, move furniture, set up and break down rooms, and remove snow.
• Strip and wax the floors and shampoos rugs as needed.
• Inform the Property Manager of all building issues.
• Responsible for painting when assigned.
• Follow the standards of the DOH, DOB, FDNY, HPD, and ECB Departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of maintenance and building construction work experience and progressive responsibility.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment, along with a basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment.
• Knowledge of the use of mechanical, test equipment.
• Must have the ability to maintain and adjust controls, systems, preventative maintenance, and repair.
• Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use (MSOS).
• Maintain FDNY, DOB, and DOH logbooks as required.
• Must be able to maintain the pool, including reading, repair, and maintenance.
• Current Fire Safety Director certification or must pass the Fire Safety Director Certification within one (1) year of attaining the position.
• Obtain Building Certification within three (3) months of attaining the position.
• Must obtain S12, S13, and C42 Pool Certifications within one (1) year of attaining the position. Subject to mid-year and annual review.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as well as overnight. Must be on call 24/7 when the Property Manager is not on-site.
• Must be available weekends and early morning shifts.

Benefits

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits , medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work.

Employment Type

Full-Time / Regular

Location

Long Island City YMCA
Queens, NY

Equal Opportunity Employer

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