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Assistant Library Maintainer - Manhattan
Description
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 an Assistant Library Maintainer to maintain and repair library building systems and equipment to provide an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of a Supervising Maintainer, the Assistant Maintainer:
- Performs minor repairs to the lighting equipment, including the relamping and ballast replacement of all electrical fixtures
- Performs elementary preventative maintenance work on mechanical equipment, air conditioning, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.
- May be assigned to work in any trade as required
- May be assigned to work in Manhattan, Staten Island, Bronx, and Long Island City locations.
- Performs related duties as required
Skills Knowledge & Expertise
Required Education and Certifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Driver’s License and clear driving record
Required Experience
- Experience and education with electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems
- 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
Required Skills
- Knowledge and experience in maintenance and repairs of mechanical and electrical systems
- Successfully demonstrated experience in all phases of building maintenance, including painting, plumbing, and/or carpentry.
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to set up work from scaffolds and ladders
- Basic knowledge of computers
- Must pass a physical examination
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:
- N/A
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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 library setting
- Mechanical rooms
- Roofs
- Office buildings
Physical Duties
- Lifting up to 40 lbs. required
- May require travel within NYC
Pre - Employment Physical Required?
- Yes
Union/Non-Union
- Union - Local 374
Schedule
- 40 hours per week
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.
The New York Public Library Salary Statement
The New York Public Library 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, and 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).
About The New York Public Library
The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations—including research and branch libraries—throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.
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