Job Description

The Facilities & Building Services Technician is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of building systems within a 24/7 hospital environment. This role ensures critical infrastructure, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire life safety systems, are maintained to the highest standards. The technician plays a key role in supporting hospital operations, regulatory compliance, and emergency response, with an emphasis on Fire Life Safety coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure uninterrupted hospital operations.
• Respond to and troubleshoot system failures, alarms, and emergency situations.
• Support Fire Life Safety operations including coordination during fire alarms, drills, and emergency events.
• Interface with FDNY and other regulatory agencies as required.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to ensure timely completion of work.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDNY, and hospital safety standards.
• Participate in a rotating schedule to support 24/7 facility operations, including weekends and holidays.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in facilities, plant operations, or building maintenance in a healthcare or similar environment.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and system schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Certifications (FDNY)

• T89 Fire Life Safety Director (must obtain within 12 months of hire).
• P99 Low Pressure Oil Burning Boiler.
• S12 Sprinkler Systems.
• S13 Standpipe Systems.
• A35 Air Compressor.
• N98 Fuel Oil Piping and Storage.
• N01 Fire Guard.
• N07 Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a hospital environment requiring exposure to mechanical systems, noise, and occasional hazardous conditions. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and be available for emergency response as needed.

Pay Range $23—$25 USD

Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC Offers:

A Commitment to Lifelong Learning Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital, offering compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care. Our commitment to innovation has led to the creation of one of the most advanced veterinary facilities in the world.

State-of-the-Art Facilities AMC just completed a major expansion and renovation. This project transformed the hospital’s entire 83,000-square-foot space into a state-of-the-art facility unlike any other.

Highlights include A brand-new full floor surgical center, 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC), 64-slice spiral CT scanner, Electroencephalography (EEG), Elekta Versa HD Linear Accelerator, In-house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Echocardiogram, and Mobile Cone Beam CT

A multidisciplinary team of 140+ veterinarians across 20+ specialties With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go-to place for complex cases.

A Hospital in the heart of NYC AMC is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions such as Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.