Elevator Supervisor
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Posting Details
Position Information
| Position Title |
Elevator Supervisor |
| Department |
Facilities Operations - 141 |
| Position Summary |
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.
The Elevator Supervisor ("EvS") is responsible for overseeing and maintaining Campus Vertical Transportation Systems (e.g., elevators, escalators, service lifts) and related infrastructure ("VTS") to ensure ongoing museum operations. In collaboration with Senior Director of Facilities and reporting to the Director of Facilities the EvS participates on in forecasting and planning upgrades for campus electrical systems. EvS leads the tracking of all major elements of the campus
VTS (e.g., comprehensive and prioritized asset lists, asset-management/work-order system status updates, relevant specifications, current condition, preventative maintenance regimes). Leads the execution of assigned work-orders by specifying materials and staff resources. Collaborates with Construction team for capital and major upgrade projects related to
VTS systems. As needed, Director of Facilities will provide resources to support the EvS for above and any necessary procurement.
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
- The EvS develops, updates, and maintains VTS systems preventative maintenance program, and documents relevant data in asset-management system.
- Ensure the day-to-day operations of the Museum's campus VTS are maintained and are functioning to performance standards.
- Supervise, assign, and direct staff Elevator Technicians to execute the preventative maintenance program and address assigned work-orders/projects.
- The EvS manages assigned vendors engaged for VTS projects, as determined by the Director of Facilities.
- EvS ensures staff maintain necessary skill levels through mentoring and making recommendations for professional development training.
VTS elements include all elevator, escalator, service lift systems throughout the campus and the associated infrastructure and controls.- The EvS collaborates with Electricians and other trades related to their various jurisdictions within VTS systems or support systems.
- Track and report emergency alarms and alarm conditions by auditory, visual, and olfactory senses, and response to alarms and alarm conditions in accordance with best practice and Museum procedures.
- Maintain a working knowledge of key electrical engineering and operational standards of the VTS.
- Ensure that the preventative maintenance program addresses "housekeeping" of VTS related rooms and components to maintain assets for safe and efficient operation.
- Alert immediate supervisor in the case of emergency/operational need, document incident reports as needed.
- EvS responds to emergency issues related to Campus Electrical Systems, and deploying necessary resources to address. Consulting with Director of Facilities, as needed, to ensure best efforts are made to mitigate emergency incidents. EvS will assign a member of the Vertical Transportation team to provide this supervision of emergency situations, if not available.
- Assist in the development of campus VTS planning, through updates to asset-management system and recommendations for operational and capital projects.
- Ensure work lead by EvS is properly planned and executed, with minimal disruption to critical Museum operations.
- Solve and direct the resolution of VTS failures, including the supervision of assigned outside vendors.
- For work lead by EvS, obtain and maintain applicable VTS documentation as required by federal, state, local law, and AMNH Facilities archive.
- EvS must be able to access non-public-facing areas of the Museum, including construction and renovation sites, attics, crawl spaces, and other areas related to VTS.
- Manage Elevator Technicians' schedule, including the timekeeping system.
The expected salary for the Elevator Supervisor is $141,000/annual. This position is overtime-eligible and the
AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.
Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
- High school diploma or the equivalent.
- Member in good standing of Local Union 3, IBEW
- Five years of engineering / electrical experience in a supervisory-level role for VTS systems with more than 20 devices, including experience managing union staff or tradespeople.
- Two years of experience in project-management or related construction experience.
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite; competent computer skills related to asset-management system, architectural lighting-controls, and building-management-system.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and MEP drawings.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Physical Demands |
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
- Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
- Climbing: Ascending or descending physical structures.
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. May include any of the following: (select as applicable)
- Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
- Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
- Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
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| Category |
Full-Time |
| Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period |
70 |
| Union Status |
Union |
| FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
| Expected Salary Minimum |
$141,000/annual |
| Expected Salary Maximum |
$141,000/annual |
| EEO Statement |
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law. |
| Quick Link |
https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4651 |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number |
GS952P |
| Open Date |
12/18/2025 |
| Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Supplemental Questions
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Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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American Museum of Natural History
Dec 20, 2025