Elevator Mechanic

Overview DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City’s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies, what we do ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of city government and is instrumental to the successful day-to-day operations of the City of New York. Recruiting, hiring, and training City employees. Managing 56 public buildings. Acquiring, selling, and leasing City property. Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies. Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country. Leading the City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations. When you work at DCAS, you're not just working for one agency, but in service of them all. It's an opportunity to provide impactful support, quality customer service, and help protect the future of New York City for generations to come. Visit our website at nyc.gov/dcas to learn more about the work we do. Elevator Operations Team Overview The elevator operations team under the Construction and Technical Services LOS is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all elevators, escalators, and ADA lifts in DCAS owned and managed buildings. In agreement with applicable NYC Codes and industry standards, the team is responsible to conduct regular inspections of its equipment to assure safety, prevention and/or clearance of any violations issued by the NYC Department of Buildings. The team also prepares and provides elevator and escalator job specifications and assists project managers with new and ongoing elevator and escalator modernization projects. Responsibilities Perform repairs to elevators, escalators, platform lifts, conveyors and dumb waiters. Respond to emergencies such as passenger entrapments, elevator service problems and/or elevator power failures; provide rescue measures for each situation. Inspect, maintain, adjust and repair elevators and escalators, including lubricating, cleaning, adjusting all components, inspecting and repairing doors, rails, cables, SCR drives, micro controls, and rewiring systems. Conduct yearly tests of all elevators and escalators; oversee elevator inspections for Cat 1 and Cat 5; clear all ECB and PVT violations (work performed in house). Maintain logs on performed repairs and for maintenance of elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters and handicap lifts per Department of Buildings Codes. Assist with preventive maintenance to all elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters and handicap lifts. Maintain and repair electrical/hydraulic components, oil, grease, lubricate equipment, change lights, repair and adjust cables, generators, SCR drives, microprocessor controls, doors, etc. Daily conduct visual inspections of all equipment and related controls. How to Apply Only individuals who are currently serving permanently in the title of Elevator Mechanic or reachable on the Elevator Mechanic civil service list may apply. Please go to or for current NYC employees and search for Job ID #714070. NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. Minimum Qualifications 1. Five years of full‑time satisfactory experience acquired within the last ten years as an elevator mechanic; or 2. Not less than four and one‑half years of the experience described in "1" above plus one of the following: A) At least 6 months of closely related experience in the repair and maintenance of electrical or electromechanical control systems, or electrical, hydraulic or mechanical components of escalators, drawbridges, aircraft, rail cars, or mechanical doors; or B) At least 600 hours of training acquired at a trade or technical school or vocational high school or completed post‑secondary education, approved by a state's Department of Education or comparable governmental agency, with a major course of study in mechanical, electromechanical, electrical or electronic technology or closely related field. License Requirements At the time of appointment, candidates will be required to possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. Preferred Skills Ability to work under limited supervision. Ability to rapidly respond, maintain and repair elevators, escalators, and ADA lifts. Demonstrate personal initiative, responsibility, leadership, and flexibility. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr