Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Heating & Air Conditioning Maintainer (Provisional)
Metropolitan Transportation Authority, New York, New York, us, 10261
Heating & Air Conditioning Maintainer (Provisional)
Job Title: Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Maintainer
Job ID: 12413
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job Information
Last Date of Filing: Until Filled
Authority: New York City Transit (TA)
Department: Subway
Division/Unit: Infrastructure
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Work Location: Various
Hours of Work: Various
*This is a civil service position. Selected candidates must pass a civil service exam and be appointed from the resulting list to gain permanent status.
Compensation Salary Range: The current minimum salary for Heating and Air Conditioning Maintainer is $37.16 per hour for a 40‑hour week increasing to $43.72 per hour in the sixth year of service. The rate is subject to change. Benefits include night and weekend salary differentials, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, a comprehensive medical plan and a pension plan.
Responsibilities Heating and Air Conditioning Maintainers, under supervision, maintain, install, inspect, test, alter, and repair heating and air conditioning systems and equipment of MTA structures, such as shops, stations, and buildings. They work on air conditioners (compressors, condensers, evaporators, fans, motors, electrical and electronic controls and valves) and on boilers, furnaces, and associated components (boiler sections, heaters, radiators, piping, pumps, motors, electrical and electronic controls and valves). They solder and braze, keep records, write reports, and perform related work.
Physical activities and conditions: loading and driving light utility trucks; lifting equipment up to 75 pounds; lifting equipment overhead; climbing and descending ladders; working at heights up to 50 feet; crouching to reach equipment; making visual inspections of equipment; distinguishing colored wiring; reading blueprints and schematics.
Education and Experience Requirements
Successful completion of a four‑year, full‑time apprenticeship in the construction, repair and maintenance of air conditioning and/or heating systems recognized by the New York State Department of Labor, the U.S. Department of Labor, or any recognized apprenticeship council.
Three years of full‑time satisfactory experience at the journey level in the installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial, commercial, or domestic air conditioning units, commercial refrigeration equipment, or heating systems in buildings, and the electrical controls and wiring for such equipment.
Two years of full‑time satisfactory experience at the journey level plus completion of one of the following before obtaining your journey‑level experience:
a.
Two years of full‑time satisfactory experience as a mechanic’s helper, apprentice or trainee.
b.
Graduation from a recognized trade school or technical school, with a major course of study in electromechanical, electrical or electronic technology, or a closely related field totaling 600 hours.
c.
Graduation from a vocational high school with a major course of study in electro‑mechanical, electrical or electronic technology or a closely related field.
d.
An associate degree or higher‑level degree from an accredited college or university with a major in electro‑mechanical, electrical or electronic technology or a closely related field.
Qualifying part‑time experience will be credited on a prorated basis.
Vocational, technical, or trade schools must be approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization. Colleges or universities must be accredited by recognized regional, national, professional or specialized agencies as established by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
How to Apply If you meet the qualifications above, submit an online application by clicking “APPLY NOW” from either the CAREERS page or from the JOB DESCRIPTION page. If you have previously applied online for other positions, enter your username and password. If it is your first registration, click on the “CLICK HERE TO REGISTER” link and create a username and password, then click “REGISTER”.
Additional Admissions Assessments Candidates may be asked to complete an education and experience test paper and also participate in one or more of the following assessments: written, practical skills, and/or structured interview.
Applicant Contact Information Applicants must keep their contact information (email, mailing address, phone) up to date. The contact information entered in your online profile with the MTA will be used to contact you. You can update your address and other contact information by logging into your MTA profile or by sending an email to examsunit@nyct.com.
Requirements to be Appointed
Driver License: Must have a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver License with no disqualifying restrictions.
Drug Screening: Must pass a drug screening.
Residency: New York City residency is not required.
English: Must understand and be understood in English.
Proof of Identity: Must prove identity and right to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Additional Information
Training: May be required to undergo a formalized training course during the probationary period. Failure to complete training may result in termination.
Probationary Period: Required; termination may occur if the period is not successfully completed.
Equal Opportunity Employer: MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veteran status and individuals with disabilities. Diversity is encouraged.
MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including military service members, to apply.
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Job ID: 12413
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job Information
Last Date of Filing: Until Filled
Authority: New York City Transit (TA)
Department: Subway
Division/Unit: Infrastructure
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Work Location: Various
Hours of Work: Various
*This is a civil service position. Selected candidates must pass a civil service exam and be appointed from the resulting list to gain permanent status.
Compensation Salary Range: The current minimum salary for Heating and Air Conditioning Maintainer is $37.16 per hour for a 40‑hour week increasing to $43.72 per hour in the sixth year of service. The rate is subject to change. Benefits include night and weekend salary differentials, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, a comprehensive medical plan and a pension plan.
Responsibilities Heating and Air Conditioning Maintainers, under supervision, maintain, install, inspect, test, alter, and repair heating and air conditioning systems and equipment of MTA structures, such as shops, stations, and buildings. They work on air conditioners (compressors, condensers, evaporators, fans, motors, electrical and electronic controls and valves) and on boilers, furnaces, and associated components (boiler sections, heaters, radiators, piping, pumps, motors, electrical and electronic controls and valves). They solder and braze, keep records, write reports, and perform related work.
Physical activities and conditions: loading and driving light utility trucks; lifting equipment up to 75 pounds; lifting equipment overhead; climbing and descending ladders; working at heights up to 50 feet; crouching to reach equipment; making visual inspections of equipment; distinguishing colored wiring; reading blueprints and schematics.
Education and Experience Requirements
Successful completion of a four‑year, full‑time apprenticeship in the construction, repair and maintenance of air conditioning and/or heating systems recognized by the New York State Department of Labor, the U.S. Department of Labor, or any recognized apprenticeship council.
Three years of full‑time satisfactory experience at the journey level in the installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial, commercial, or domestic air conditioning units, commercial refrigeration equipment, or heating systems in buildings, and the electrical controls and wiring for such equipment.
Two years of full‑time satisfactory experience at the journey level plus completion of one of the following before obtaining your journey‑level experience:
a.
Two years of full‑time satisfactory experience as a mechanic’s helper, apprentice or trainee.
b.
Graduation from a recognized trade school or technical school, with a major course of study in electromechanical, electrical or electronic technology, or a closely related field totaling 600 hours.
c.
Graduation from a vocational high school with a major course of study in electro‑mechanical, electrical or electronic technology or a closely related field.
d.
An associate degree or higher‑level degree from an accredited college or university with a major in electro‑mechanical, electrical or electronic technology or a closely related field.
Qualifying part‑time experience will be credited on a prorated basis.
Vocational, technical, or trade schools must be approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization. Colleges or universities must be accredited by recognized regional, national, professional or specialized agencies as established by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
How to Apply If you meet the qualifications above, submit an online application by clicking “APPLY NOW” from either the CAREERS page or from the JOB DESCRIPTION page. If you have previously applied online for other positions, enter your username and password. If it is your first registration, click on the “CLICK HERE TO REGISTER” link and create a username and password, then click “REGISTER”.
Additional Admissions Assessments Candidates may be asked to complete an education and experience test paper and also participate in one or more of the following assessments: written, practical skills, and/or structured interview.
Applicant Contact Information Applicants must keep their contact information (email, mailing address, phone) up to date. The contact information entered in your online profile with the MTA will be used to contact you. You can update your address and other contact information by logging into your MTA profile or by sending an email to examsunit@nyct.com.
Requirements to be Appointed
Driver License: Must have a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver License with no disqualifying restrictions.
Drug Screening: Must pass a drug screening.
Residency: New York City residency is not required.
English: Must understand and be understood in English.
Proof of Identity: Must prove identity and right to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Additional Information
Training: May be required to undergo a formalized training course during the probationary period. Failure to complete training may result in termination.
Probationary Period: Required; termination may occur if the period is not successfully completed.
Equal Opportunity Employer: MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veteran status and individuals with disabilities. Diversity is encouraged.
MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including military service members, to apply.
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