Job Description
The Facilities Mechanic will maintain, repair, and troubleshoot building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment, to ensure safe and efficient operations. The role includes performing routine inspections, conducting preventive maintenance, and responding to service requests to reduce downtime and support overall facility operations.
The candidate selected for this position must successfully qualify for and progress through the career path training program to Mechanic A.
Core Responsibilities
- Perform general maintenance and upkeep of buildings and facilities using basic hand and power tools.
- Perform basic electrical, lighting, wiring, plumbing, pipefitting, and carpentry tasks.
- Conduct basic troubleshooting and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
- Perform snow and ice removal using manual and powered equipment and complete related maintenance activities.
- Demonstrate a working understanding of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical diagrams, including blueprints, maps, and schematics.
- Utilize basic PCbased systems to access, retrieve, enter, and verify jobrelated information.
- Support the operation and maintenance of company facilities, including warehouses, garages, office spaces, production environments, and associated outdoor areas.
- Work collaboratively and constructively within a team environment while supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
- Execute all work safely and efficiently in alignment with the organizations commitment to operational excellence.
Required Education/Experience
Relevant Work Experience
- 3-5 years Relevant experience in the building trades, including the ability to interpret schematics, blueprints, and engineering prints
- Experience utilizing electronic work management platforms, including Maximo, to enter time and update work orders
- Knowledge and skill in multiple building trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, masonry, and painting
- Ability to successfully complete all required asbestos training and certifications within required timeframes
- Experience with rotating equipment and mechanical repair is preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Possesses strong technical aptitude
- Strong mechanical skills
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Licenses and Certifications
- Driver's License Required
- Other: S-12 Citywide Sprinkler Certificate of Fitness 180 Days Preferred and
- Other: F-01 Citywide Fireguard for Impairment 180 Days Preferred and
- Other: S-95 Citywide Supervision of Fire Alarm 180 Days Preferred and
- Other: C-92 Supervision of Flammable Combustible Liquids 180 Days Preferred and
- Other: C-60 Fireguard Torch Operations 180 Days Preferred and
- Other: G-60 Torch Use for Flammable Gas 180 Days Preferred and
- Other: EPA Universal Technician 1 Year Required and
- Other: A-35 Citywide Supervision of Air Compressors 1 Year Preferred and
Physical Demands
- Ability to respond to system emergencies
- Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
- Perform extended driving through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions
- Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
- Ability to carry tools and materials when climbing ladders and scaffolds, and entering confined spaces
- Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
- Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems
- Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
- Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
- Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, i.e. jackhammers
- Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
- Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs
- Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment
Additional Physical Demands
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- All applicants must pass all required placement exams.
Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.