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General Mechanic - Plumber

General Mechanic - Plumber

New York State Psychiatry InstituteNew York, NY, USA
30+ days ago
Salary
USD47475–USD56735 yearly
Job description

Job Title : General Mechanic - Plumber

Grade : 12

Salary : $47,475 - $56,735

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. (RFMH) is currently seeking a qualified candidate to serve as General Mechanic - Plumber at the New York State Psychiatric Institute (NYSPI).

The successful candidate must be skilled in the use of hand and power tools used in the plumbing trade with a knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and safety practices to perform the work. The successful candidate must also have the ability to read and follow blueprints and rough drawings; familiarity with PVC, CPVC, PEX, cast iron, brass and copper materials and the various methods to install them, including but not limited to welding, braising, and pro-press; and proficiency in basic mathematics and conversion of measurements. The successful candidate must possess effective oral communication and interpersonal skills, excellent problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and the ability to complete projects unsupervised and unassisted. The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform physical tasks which involve lifting and moving heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.), walking, stooping, standing, pulling, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Install, repair, and maintain pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and fixtures in commercial structures.
  • Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction professionals.
  • Follow building plans and blueprints.
  • Respond to, diagnose, and resolve plumbing emergencies.
  • Perform routine inspections of plumbing and drainage systems.
  • Light construction, carpentry, painting, plastering, flooring, ceiling, and electrical work as required.
  • Prepare bids, budgets, and cost estimates.
  • Keep accurate records of time spent working, description of work performed, and materials used.

Minimum Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma in relevant vocational training and / or successfully completed apprenticeship as an plumber.
  • 1 year of experience in plumbing industry and / or full-time satisfactory experience as a plumber.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Knowledge of state and local plumbing laws.
  • NY State Plumbing license is preferred but not required.
  • New York State welder certificate certified by the AWS or the N.Y. State Department of Transportation is preferred but not required.
  • Work Location : 1051 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10032

    To Apply : Submit an application through our website at . Please note only applications submitted through our website will be considered.

    The Mission of the Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. (RFMH) is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. RFMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, RFMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring that RFMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. RFMH is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

    The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Employer / Minority / Women / Disabled / Veteran Employer. VEVRAA 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.

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