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Working both independently and as part of a team, this role ensures our buildings, systems, and outdoor spaces remain safe, operational, and welcoming for the community.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nCore Trade Repairs & Maintenance\nElectrical: Repair and replace light fixtures, wall switches, outlets, bulbs/tubes, ballasts, and sockets using proper hand and power tools.\nPlumbing & HVAC: Perform routine repairs on sinks, faucets, showers, drains, and pipe leaks. Replace flushometers, clean and replace HVAC filters, lay/repair irrigation lines, and perform seasonal system winterization.\nCarpentry & Locksmithing: Repair furniture, hang doors, fit locks/handles, and replace flooring, carpet tiles, and ceiling tiles.\n Painting & Masonry: Prepare surfaces and apply paint, stains, and varnishes with brushes, rollers, or sprayers. Patch, finish, and repair cement, pavers, and damaged masonry.\nOperations & Facility Support\nManage, log, and complete daily tasks and work orders promptly using the digital Work Order Management System.\nConduct routine inspections of assigned buildings and grounds to identify maintenance needs.\nSanitize and disinfect high-traffic areas throughout the day.\nAssist with event setup and breakdowns, classroom configurations, and heavy furniture or equipment moves.\nCompliance & Administrative Support\nEscort external vendors and city agency inspectors (e.g., FDNY, Buildings Dept., HVAC contractors) as requested.\nAttend department meetings, training sessions, and campus events.\nRespond to emergency maintenance calls and cover open shifts when needed.\nPerform other related duties as assigned by leadership.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\nEducation: High school diploma or GED required. \nExperience: 2-3 years of direct facility or building maintenance experience.\nTrade Knowledge: Demonstrated skill in basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general locksmithing.\n Technical Skills: Comfortable using smartphones, email, basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), and digital Work Order Management systems.\n Certifications:Preferred: FDNY Certificate of Fitness (S-12, S-13, and/or S-95).\nMust be willing to undergo cross-training and obtain certifications as required by the department.\n\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OR WORKING CONDITIONS\n Location: 340 East 24th Street, New York, NY 10010 (with travel across campus buildings required).\n Schedule Requirements: Standard schedule is 35 hours per week (Wednesday - Sunday, 4:00 pm to 12:00 am, including weekends). Schedule varies based on departmental needs, campus events, holidays, evenings, weekends, and 24/7 emergency response.\nTraining Schedule: Must be able to work an initial 90-day probationary schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM for onboarding, safety training, and core competency development.\n Physical Demands: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (tools, materials, boxes); push, pull, reach, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and stand/walk for extended periods.\nEnvironment: Exposure to various outdoor weather conditions year-round.\nFlexibility: Adaptable to schedule or location changes; available for overtime during campus events, peak operational needs, or emergencies.\nAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS\nTo be considered for this position, candidates must submit the following:\nCover Letter - Describe your interest in the position and how your qualifications meet the stated requirements. \nRésumé - Include relevant experience and key responsibilities.\nABOUT SVA:\nFor more than seven decades, the School of Visual Arts has been a leader in the education of artists, designers, and creative professionals. With a faculty of distinguished working professionals, a dynamic curriculum, and an emphasis on critical thinking, SVA is a catalyst for innovation and social responsibility. With more than 7,000 students at its Manhattan campus and over 41,000 alumni across 128 countries, SVA represents one of the most influential artistic communities in the world. For more information about the College's 30 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, visit sva.edu/academics.\nClick here to learn what it's like to work at SVA.\nThe School of Visual Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are core principles of the College. 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