Maintenance Technician

The Metro Group, Inc., located in Long Island City, NY, is currently looking for an HVAC Mechanic/Maintenance Technician for their HVAC Service Division. The position is a full-time, permanent position with union entrance and union benefits. Job specifics will involve leading maintenance services for split systems, rooftop units, and water sources equipment as well as assisting with various service calls and repairs for equipment.

Characteristics of a qualified applicant include:

- Experience in HVAC systems including rooftop units, split systems, water sourced units

- Ability to independently complete preventative maintenance of HVAC systems and cooling towers

- Ability to complete basic troubleshooting of both air- and water-cooled HVAC equipment as well as PTAC units and water sourced heat pumps

- Ability to complete coil cleanings and belt replacements

- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills

- Overtime availability

- Agreeable and self-motivated team member, takes initiative

- Enthusiastic in taking on assignments and responsibilities, willing to learn

- Detail oriented, pride in their work, focus on quality

- Clear communication skills

- Capable of working in a professional environment and providing great customer service

- Capable of following company policies and procedures

- Ability to meet physical requirements of position

- Valid driver’s license. Any offer would be contingent on a positive Motor Vehicle Report

- High school diploma or GED

- Applicable industry training and certifications (i.e., OSHA 30-hr, EPA 608 Certified, F60, G60 etc.) are a plus

Additional responsibilities could include:

- Driving a company vehicle

- Lifting tools, materials and equipment

- Performing other miscellaneous tasks to support the operation, when needed. For example, assisting on other job types, doing material pick-up and deliveries, etc.

Job type: Full-time, permanent employment with union entrance, competitive pay and stable, steady work Monday through Friday with overtime opportunities.

The Metro Group, Inc. is an EEOC-compliant employer.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver's license (Required)

Work Location: In person