Maintenance Mechanic

The Nightingale-Bamford School is seeking to hire a maintenance mechanic. Under general supervision of the Director of Building Operations and Capital Management, the maintenance mechanic will perform general and preventative maintenance services and related repairs to the school building, machinery and equipment. The actual work hours will be either 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM or 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM but must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed. This is an non-exempt, salaried position.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):

• Perform assigned general maintenance duties required to maintain and repair school building, machinery and equipment, involving some skill in carpentry, plumbing, painting and/or the electrical or mechanical trades
• Assure that jobs specified on maintenance requests and work orders are completed satisfactorily
• Perform daily inspection of building
• Maintain tools and equipment required for maintenance tasks and inventory of equipment and supplies
• Make emergency repairs within the area of knowledge and responsibility
• Maintain required records of hours/materials expended for each job
• Attend special training classes and sessions to increase skill in various crafts
• Inspect machinery in operation to assure proper functioning, including checking pressures and temperatures as required
• Setup event spaces as required
• Perform space/area setup and breakdown as required daily
• Perform cleaning/janitorial work as needed
• Garbage and snow removal when necessary
• Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Trade or vocational school graduation and two years of experience in one or more of the building trades preferred, or experience equal to four years

• NYC Fire Safety Directors license required (must obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Knowledge and ability to operate tools of the trade
• Willingness to learn new skills and methods
• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license if required
• Ability and willingness to work with all members of the professional community
• Flexible, self-motivated, detail-oriented problem-solver able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously in a high pressure atmosphere; excellent communications skills a must.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language sufficiently to understand and process all required paperwork and to communicate effectively with colleagues, students and visitors if necessary
• Ability to work weekends/overtime as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sufficient stamina to perform all essential job functions for a normal eight-hour shift and up to a 16-hour shift in an emergency, with a meal break included in the shift
• Ability to walk the school property, climb stairs
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time
• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of the job, including heavy work with exposure to inclement weather for prolonged periods of time
• Sufficient strength and flexibility for stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, lifting, climbing, carrying over 30 lbs, and other movements
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

SALARY RANGE:

$45,000 - $55,000

ABOUT THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL 

Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.