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The Central Park Conservancy, Inc.

Building Technician I or II

The Central Park Conservancy, Inc., New York, New York, us, 10261

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Central Park is one of the world's most famous and beloved public spaces. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1858, the 843-acre Park was the country's first purpose-built public park and is a National Historic Landmark and aNewYork Scenic Landmark. The Central Park Conservancy, a private, not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park, which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since then, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of over $1.6 billion in the restoration of the Park, which now hosts over 40 million visitors a year.The Conservancy is one of the largest and most successful public private partnerships inNewYork City and is considered a major civic institution given its impact on the health and vibrancy of both the Park and the City. The Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City ofNewYork has formally entrusted the care of the Park to the Conservancy which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. The Conservancy employs roughly 400 people and has an annual operating budget of $100 million.in Central Park Conservancy’s widespread collection of public and staff facilities, including the Davis Center, a newly constructed multi-use recreational facility that features seasonal swimming, skating, and public programming. They will work collaboratively with other departments and contractors, ensuring a safe and functional environment for all employees and visitors. This role requires a hands-on approach to facility maintenance and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving.**Essential Duties:**Perform routine and skilled facility preventative maintenance tasks to minimize wear and tear and emergency maintenance incidents for HVAC and building systems in Central Park’s managed public facilities and staff buildings. Maintain clean, safe, and organized worksites using established protocols for location and activity.Perform other duties as required in the scope of the job and as designated by management**Minimum Requirements**Professional experience or applied training in facility maintenance, HVAC, low pressure boilers or Technically proficient hand skills and rigorous attention to detail.Working knowledge and/or technical understanding of mechanical, electric, and plumbing systems.Effective communication skills and basic computer knowledgeAbility to lift 50 lbs. and perform heavy physical labor daily in all weather conditions. Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. Ability to work safely at heights, using a ladder or aerial lift.

**Additional Requirements: Assignment to Building Technician II:**5 years’ professional experience **Building Technician I****$48,000 - $59,800 (based on level of experience)****Building Technician II** **$55,000 - $69,000 (based on level of experience)**Safety Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Central Park is one of the world's most famous and beloved public spaces. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1858, the 843-acre Park was the country's first purpose-built public park and is a National Historic Landmark and a New York Scenic Landmark. The Central Park Conservancy, a private, not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park, which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since then, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of over $1.5 billion in the restoration of the Park, which now hosts over 40 million visitors a year.The Conservancy is one of the largest and most successful public private partnerships in New York City and is considered a major civic institution given its impact on the health and vibrancy of both the Park and the City.

The Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City of New York has formally entrusted the care of the Park to the Conservancy which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. The Conservancy employs roughly 400 people and has an annual operating budget of $100 million. #J-18808-Ljbffr