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ELEVATOR ADMINISTRATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Deputy Director and with wide latitude for independent initiative, judgment and decision making, responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to the following:

  1. Plan, direct, and supervise the operation of a major organizational segment of NYCHA’s Elevator Bureau engaged in the maintenance, installation and repair of elevators and the management of related supplies and equipment.
  2. Assist the Deputy Director or designee in organizing, administering and directing the activities of the Elevator Bureau.
  3. Assign and monitor job assignments; oversee daily operations.
  4. Conduct field visits.
  5. Provide leadership and guidance in the training of staff.
  6. Represent the Technical Services Department at meetings and interact with other NYCHA departments and external agencies.
  7. Ensure work assignments and reports are prepared accurately and in accordance with established timeframes.
  8. Establish work priorities and schedules.
  9. Ensure staff is in compliance with NYCHA rules and regulations, standard procedures and GMs.
  10. Prepare counseling memos, local hearings and other disciplinary requirements as needed.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Supervisor of Elevator Maintenance (HA)

  1. Seven years of satisfactory full-time experience in the repair and maintenance of elevators comparable to the variety of elevators used in the New York City Housing Authority buildings, and at least three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity, or in lieu of three years of supervisory experience at least one year supervising a supervisor of elevator mechanics; or
  2. A satisfactory equivalent. A degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or possession of a professional engineer’s license will be accepted in lieu of three years of the non-supervisory experience and one year of the general supervisory experience described above.
License and Certificate Requirements
  1. A Certificate of Approval as an Elevator Inspector issued by the Department of Buildings; and
  2. A Motor Vehicle Driver’s License valid in the State of New York.

The above mentioned License and Certificate must be maintained for the duration of this employment.

Administrative Supervisor of Building Maintenance

  1. Eight years of full-time experience in construction, repair, alteration, and/or rehabilitation of multiple dwellings, commercial, industrial or public buildings in the capacity of general contractor, superintendent of construction, procurement specialist, evaluator responsible for cost estimation, or as a field supervisor or as an inspector, at least 18 months of which must
    have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity involving  responsibility for a large number of buildings; or
  2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.  Education in an accredited college leading toward a baccalaureate degree in engineering, architecture, engineering
    technology or a closely related field will be accepted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years.  However, all candidates must possess at least four years of experience as described in "1" above including at least 18 months of the specialized supervisory of administrative experience described in "1" above.

Administrative Inspector

  1. Seven years of full-time, paid experience in the management of the maintenance and repairs of private or public residential, commercial, or industrial real estate properties, building
    construction inspections or field inspections and investigations requiring the gathering and reporting of housing or building data or full journeyman-level experience in the building trades as a mason, carpenter, plasterer, iron worker, plumber, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity; or
  2. Five years of experience as described in (1) above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity, plus two years of education in an accredited college or technical school in a construction program or education towards a baccalaureate degree in a related field of Engineering, Architecture or Engineering Technology; or
  3. At least two years of experience, as described in (1) above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity, plus an approved five year apprenticeship in housing inspection; or
  4. Completion of three years of apprenticeship in housing inspection, plus either four years of experience as described in (1) above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity or two years of experience as described in (1) above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity and two years of education as described in (2) above; or
  5. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to (1), (2), (3) or (4) above.  All candidates must have at least two years of experience as described in (1) above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity.  Six months of experience will be credited for each year of apprenticeship in the building trades up to a maximum or two years of the general experience.

Administrative Housing Superintendent

  1. One year of permanent service in the title of Resident Buildings Superintendent; or
  2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, plus eight years of supervisory experience in the operation, repair and maintenance of large tenanted buildings; four years of which must have been in responsible charge of properties having not less than seven maintenance and operations employees and at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative capacity; or
  3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.  However, all candidates must have at least four years of experience in responsible charge of properties having not less than seven maintenance and operations employees, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative capacity.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:

Ten (10) years of technical experience with a concentration in elevator or electro-mechanical troubleshooting and maintenance procedures.  A Certificate of Approval as an Elevator Inspector issued by the Department of Buildings is preferred.

SKILLS DESIRED:
  1. Ability to plan, direct and coordinate a wide variety of tasks simultaneously.
  2. Excellent public speaking and interpersonal communication skills.
  3. Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
  4. Excellent writing and analytical skills.
  5. Extensive background and working knowledge in the preparation, managing and conducting of training programs related to the elevator industry.

Interested candidates may fax cover letter, resume, to (212) 306-5194,
e-mail to
HR.Recruitment@nycha.nyc.gov or mail to:

New York City Housing Authority
Human Resources Recruitment Unit
90 Church Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10007
Attn.: DMP, Senior Recruiter
Job Code: Elevator Administrator

NYCHA is an equal opportunity employer

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