Mechanic III (Vanderbilt YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a Full-Time Regular Maintenance Technician at Vanderbilt YMCA, New York City. This role covers repairs, preventive maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and pool equipment, plus general building construction tasks and janitorial duties.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and 5+ years of maintenance and construction experience, knowledge of cleaning methods and chemicals, and ability to obtain required certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Five (5+) years of maintenance and building construction work experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment, and upkeep of equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical and test equipment use.
• Ability to maintain and adjust controls, systems, preventive maintenance, and repair.
• Ability to assist in planning and implementing planned repairs of facility infrastructure.
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals and safe usage (MSDS).
• Maintain FDNY, DOB, and DOH logbooks as required.

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.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical work

Carpentry

Plumbing

Facilities management

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Test equipment

Mechanical equipment

Job description

Full-Time / Regular

$22.00 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.

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.
• 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.
• Must be able to assist in the planning and implementation date of planned and repair maintenance of facility infrastructure.
• 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.

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. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

Job ID

req3168

Employment Type

Full-Time / Regular

Location

Vanderbilt YMCA

224 E 47th Street

New York, New York, 10017

United States

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