Maintenance Engineer

Job Description:
Maintenance Technician

Reports To:

General Manager

The Place:

A place like no other - Re-imagine the experience of membership with the opportunity to belong to an eclectic and stellar community; that is the Zero Bond private members’ club. Born into the heart of a culturally historic neighborhood in its ascendency, Zero Bond is the new gathering place.

The Philosophy:

Zero was the last number ever created; it filled a void that culture across the globe didn’t even realize existed. Without the concept of Zero, mathematics and science had limitations; cultures could not fully achieve what they were destined to become. Zero is not even or odd; Zero is not positive or negative. Zero is its own identity. 

Just like the number zero transformed ancient society, Zero Bond is redefining the membership club experience for the future society.

The Role:

As the Maintenance Manager, you are the key steward of the property’s physical integrity. This active role is responsible for the inspection, repair, and preventative maintenance of all building facilities and systems. You will also coordinate closely with management and vendors to uphold the highest standards of functionality, safety, and aesthetic caliber, ensuring the seamless operation of our historic property.

The Responsibilities:

Preventive & Routine Maintenance:

• Regularly inspect grounds and equipment to identify and resolve potential issues 
• Conduct scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance on all commercial kitchen equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment or escalate issues to third-party service providers when needed.
• Maintain proper operation of refrigeration, cooking, dishwashing, and HVAC systems related to kitchen operations.

Vendor & Service Coordination

• Schedule vendor visits with Senior Management approval to ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Verify completions of scheduled maintenance and sends documentation post-service (e.g., updated hood cleaning tags, extinguisher certifications).

Facility Maintenance Support:

• Assist with minor plumbing, lighting, and HVAC tasks throughout the property.
• Assist with general repairs and maintenance around the space, including but not limited to: handyman tasks, painting, powerwashing, spot cleaning.
• Contact emergency response support for equipment or facility breakdowns.

Documentation & Communication:

• Maintain up-to-date compliance logs and service records (digital and/or hard copy).
• Reviews all certificates, permits, and inspection results are properly stored and readily accessible (as provided by Management).
• Provide monthly reports on maintenance status, compliance, and upcoming requirements to leadership.

Fire Safety Compliance & System Oversight:

• Ensure and communicate all fire suppression systems (e.g., Ansul, hood suppression units, fire extinguishers) meet FDNY requirements and are currently certified.
• Review and confirms all fire safety systems regularly are up to date, including:
  • Quarterly hood cleaning and tagging
  • Fire extinguisher expiration tags
  • Ansul and other fire suppression system inspection dates
• Maintain a fire compliance calendar with all upcoming inspection and renewal deadlines. Send invites to both FOH and BOH management
• Proactively alert management and vendors of upcoming expirations or missed deadlines.
• Coordinate and confirm completion of fire-related maintenance and inspections.
• Track and log fire system alerts and corrective actions taken.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school training is preferred.
• Experience: Generally, 3+ years in building maintenance, repair, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of HVAC (e.g., Chillers, AHUs), electrical systems, and plumbing.
• Physical Ability: Ability to lift heavy objects and perform, at times, physically demanding work.
• Tools: Proficient in using a wide variety of diagnostic, hand, and power tools.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 10 hours
• Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the club to others
• Must be able to move, pull, carry or lift of up to 50 pounds on occasion and 35 pounds regularly 
• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water.
• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k 
• Sick Paid Time Off 
• Commuter Benefits
• Daily family meals
• Learning and Development

Bond Hospitality and Noho Cultural Society, LLC (DBA: Zero Bond) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.