STEAM FITTER'S HELPER

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 424,000 - 604,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Paid annual leave

Job summary

The City of New York’s Building Maintenance Section is seeking a Steam Fitter's Helper to support the repair and maintenance of more than 250 facilities citywide. Under supervision, you will assist with piping and equipment for heating, air conditioning, and processing systems across department facilities.

Minimum qualifications include several years of mechanical experience and relevant trade training. The role includes a 7:00 AM–3:00 PM schedule and benefits such as health insurance and

Qualifications

• Three years of full‑time satisfactory mechanical experience as a Steam Fitter’s Helper acquired within the last 10 years; or at least 1.5 years plus sufficient training to total three years with trade schooling.
• Six months of experience credited for each year of approved trade, vocational or technical school.

Responsibilities

• Assist in piping and equipment for heating, air conditioning, compressed air and processing systems.
• Assist in installation, maintenance and repair of piping and equipment in heating, air conditioning and processing systems.
• Assist in installation of boilers, feedwater, vacuum and condensate equipment.
• Assist in installation of fuel oil piping and related equipment.
• Take on‑the‑job measurements and lay out work from plans or sketches.
• May drive a motor vehicle in performance of duties.
• Perform related work.

Skills

Steam Fitter experience

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Trade/vocational/technical high school training

Job description

This position is open to current city employees who are permanent in the civil service title of 'Steam Fitter's Helper', or to those who have registered to take exam #5132.

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.

The Building Maintenance Section (BMS) Is responsible for the repair and maintenance of over 250 Department facilities citywide. In 2023, BMS accepted 36,384 different types of job requests and responds to emergencies 24 hours per day, while also being responsible for numerous and varied command buildouts that supported Department initiatives.

Under direct supervision, the selected candidate will perform the following duties:

• Assists in doing work relating to piping and equipment for heating, air conditioning, compressed air and processing systems;
• Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of piping and equipment in air, steam and hot water heating, air conditioning and processing systems;
• Assists in the installation of boilers, feedwater, vacuum and condensate equipment;
• Assists in the installation of fuel oil piping and related equipment;
• Assists in taking on-the job measurements and lays out work from plans, specifications and/or sketches;
• May drive a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties; and
• Performs related work.

Work Schedule

0700x1500 Hrs

Additional Information

In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre‑tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

STEAM FITTER'S HELPER - 91926

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of full‑time satisfactory mechanical experience as a Steam Fitter’s Helper acquired within the last 10 years; or
• At least one and one‑half years of full‑time satisfactory mechanical experience as a Steam Fitter’s Helper acquired within the last 10 years plus sufficient training of a relevant nature acquired in an approved trade, vocational or technical high school to make up the equivalent of three years of acceptable experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade, vocational or technical school.

Preferred Skills

• Experience is a must - The ability to evaluate and handle multiple projects and priorities - Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills needed

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

, $373.17 – $373.17