Senior Mechanic A

Reports To: Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisory Staff
Union Status: Yes
Position Status: Full-Time/40 hours per week
Pay Rate: $24.18 per hour

Description of the Position

The Senior “A” Mechanic is primarily responsible for providing maintenance support to the JTS community. Must have knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire systems. Must possess and maintain certificates of fitness in low pressure boiler, standpipe/sprinkler, and air compressor operation. Must have competence in safe use of hand and power tools. Must have over 10 years of experience in the field and/or training with a Professional Trade School.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Follows verbal and written instructions and guidelines as required by Maintenance supervisory staff or Director of Operations.
  • Prepares or assists in preparation for events, including equipment setup, as required.
  • Is able to lift a minimum weight of 40 pounds.
  • Reports to the Maintenance Manager any violations relating to health or safety issues in the institution as a whole, including offices, classrooms, event spaces, and student living areas.
  • Has working knowledge of New York City codes and advanced principles regarding electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and heating/ventilation/air (HVAC) practices and building boilers including troubleshooting methods.
  • Maintains building mechanical equipment in order to preserve a safe environment and is able to assist and cover for the Chief Mechanic regarding all mechanical systems to insure proper operation and comfortable space temperatures.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on all mechanical equipment.
  • Assists in snow removal as required by Maintenance supervisory staff.
  • Responds to emergency-related situations during off hours on an on-call basis as required by Maintenance supervisory staff.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by Maintenance supervisory staff.
  • Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
  • Contributes to team effort.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Must have knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire systems.
  • Must possess and maintain certificates of fitness in low pressure boiler, standpipe/sprinkler, and air compressor operation.
  • Must have competence in safe use of hand and power tools.
  • Must have over 10 years of experience in the field and/or training with a Professional Trade School.

Application Instructions

Please send your resume and cover letter to HR at jtsaresumes@jtsa.edu with the job title in the subject line. In the body of the email, please mention that you found the job on our website.