Job Description

IF YOU ARE HIRED PROVISIONALLY IN THE OILER TITLE, YOU MUST TAKE AND PASS THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAM WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is comprised of 2,000 employees and with an annual operating budget of over $1 billion is one of the largest organizations of its kind committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City. Collaborating with other public agencies and not-for-profit partners, DHS works to prevent homelessness before it occurs, reduce street homelessness, and assist New Yorkers to transition from shelter into appropriate permanent housing. DHS is responsible for management of over 200 facilities, which are mainly individual and family shelters used as overnight residences for over 38,000 adults and children. DHS’s portfolio covers approximately 4M square feet.

The Facilities and Logistics Division (F&L) is responsible for providing both direct and indirect maintenance and repair services to City owned and operated facilities using in-house skilled trade-workers, maintenance contracts and purchasing operation. F&L is responsible for monitoring DHS shelters as it relates to the maintenance of building systems. The F&L guides shelter staff on ways to improve facility conditions and the goal of this unit is to ensure funds are being spent on preventive and general maintenance to avoid premature failure of building systems.

The Facilities Operations, Maintenance and Repair unit is recruiting for one (1) Oiler who will:

- Perform routine lubrication and maintenance on HVAC systems including motors, bearings, compressors, and fans.

- Inspect HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation and identify potential issues.

- Use appropriate lubricants and tools to maintain HVAC systems according to manufacturer specifications and industry standards.

- Monitor and record operational data such as pressure and temperature readings.

- Assist HVAC technicians with repairs, installations, and troubleshooting as needed.

- Replace or clean filters, belts, and other components to ensure optimal system performance.

- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding HVAC maintenance and safety.

- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.

- Respond to HVAC emergencies and provide timely and effective solutions.

- Stay up to date with the latest HVAC maintenance practices, tools, and technologies.

Work Location: 101-07 Farragut Road, Brooklyn NY

Hours/Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 4:00pm

Qualifications

1. Three years of full-time satisfactory experience in the lubrication, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment; or
2. One and one-half years of experience as described in “1" above plus graduation from an approved trade, technical, or vocational high school or completion of an approved internship program; or
3. One year of experience as described in “1" above plus an associate degree from an accredited school in mechanical technology.