HVAC & Facilities Systems Technician

Responsibilities

• Performing routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs, and responding to maintenance requests to minimize operational disruptions and to ensure smooth and efficient operation of HDC’s office and its equipment.
• Regularly check and service equipment and facility systems, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, to identify and fix issues before they malfunction.
• Ensuring that HVAC and other equipment and systems operate efficiently and safely.
• Aiding with coordinating equipment repairs and maintenance tasks, work closely with HDC vendors, building maintenance team, ensuring that work is completed in an efficient, cost-effective, and safe manner.
• Aiding with ordering necessary replacement parts and coordinating with outside contractors for specialized tasks and repairs.
• Understanding of Computerized Building Management System (BMS) and other maintenance management software.
• Ensuring that all maintenance activities are conducted safely and in compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Assisting with general tasks like furniture arrangement and mailroom support.
• Acting as a Fire Safety Warden, managing HDC’s fire brigade, coordinating fire drills with building management.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience providing support in a professional office setting.
• Strong understanding and experience in the design, operation, and maintenance of building systems - including HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems and other relevant systems and equipment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a dynamic environment.
• Valid driver's license, driving experience and ability to drive if needed.
• Ability to perform hands on tasks and lift at least 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Skills

• Detail oriented with excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to different working environments and situations quickly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize duties and responsibilities, implement new strategies.
• Ability to build relationships with external parties.
• Ability to visually inspect conditions and equipment to determine that standards are met.

Benefits

The New York City Housing Development Corporation offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health Benefits at a reasonable cost
• Dental and Vision Benefits at no cost
• Retail savings plan with a generous match and a pension plan
• Paid holiday, vacation, sick time and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible employees
• Wellness reimbursement
• Back-up Caregiver Benefit

HDC 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.