Supervising Library Maintainer - Staten Island

Supervising Library Maintainer - Staten Island Department: Facilities Location: Various Locations Compensation: $79,384 / year Overview The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL’s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—many of which date to Andrew Carnegie’s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century—are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials. NYPL is seeking a Library Maintainer to maintain an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees. Responsibilities Performs repairs, installations and preventive maintenance of building plant operations consisting of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and general carpentry between multiple sites and properties of NYPL Assesses jobs and determines staffing and materials needs (makes recommendations as appropriate) Picks up supplies and materials as appropriate Assists in the training of Library Maintainers working on building infrastructure systems Tracks time spent on jobs using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Supervises a team of Library Maintainers Performs related duties as required Required Education & Certifications High School Diploma or GED and advanced courses in plumbing, mechanical, electrical, or refrigeration skills Valid driver’s license and good driving record Required Experience Supervisory or training experience Experience and education with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems Experience working with floor jacks, hand trucks, and other materials‑moving devices or carts Required Skills Successfully demonstrated ability to qualify to obtain valid certificates of fitness for the following: Standpipe and Sprinkler systems; High Rise Fire Safety Director Class E, and Freon Handler (CFC) Successfully demonstrated experience in building trades in and in the operation and maintenance of large‑scale heating, air conditioning (Large Central Units and Package Units), elevator, electrical, and plumbing systems Successfully demonstrated experience reading blueprints, circuit diagrams, water flow, and HVAC diagrams Good geographic knowledge of the greater New York area Must possess an excellent knowledge of BMS (building monitoring system) Ability to use testing equipment: multi‑meters, flow‑meters, gauges, and basic hand tools to help diagnose equipment problems Ability to do heavy lifting and set up and work from ladders, scaffolds and electric lifts, maintaining logs, writing reports, and preparing work schedules Good oral and written communication skills Must pass a physical examination Basic knowledge and experience using computers, including email, Microsoft Word and Excel Core Values Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues Be Resourceful in solving problems Be Curious in all aspects of your work Be Welcoming and Inclusive Work Environment Public service library Outside environment Physical Duties Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods Requires bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds Ability to work on ladders or manlift when required Pre-Placement Physical Required? Yes Union / Non Union Union - Local 374 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Schedule 40 hours per week Designated as Essential Personnel. Must be available to work flexible hours and overtime when necessary, evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as assigned. Disclaimer This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed. Salary Statement At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, the educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies. Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s). Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Education and Training Industry Libraries #J-18808-Ljbffr The New York Public Library