Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos501-1,000 employees peopleFounded 1891On-site

The New York Botanical Garden has been a connective hub among people, plants, and the planet since 1891. We’re rooted in the cultural fabric of New York City, here in the heart of the Bronx—its greenest borough. For more than 130 years, we’ve invited millions of visitors to make the Garden a part of their lives, exploring the joy, beauty, and respite of nature. NYBG’s 250 acres are home to renowned exhibitions, immersive botanical experiences, art and music, and events with some of the most influential figures in plant and fungal science, horticulture, and the humanities. We’re also stewards of globally significant research collections, from the LuEsther T. Mertz Library collection to the plant and fungal specimens in the William and Lynda Steere Herbarium, the largest such collection in the Western Hemisphere.

At NYBG, we’re plant people—dedicated horticulturists, enthusiastic educators, and scientific adventurers—committed to helping nature thrive so that humanity can thrive. We believe in our ability to make things better, teaching tens of thousands of kids and families each year about the importance of safeguarding our environment and healthy eating. Our expert scientists work across the city, the nation, and the globe to document the plants and fungi of our world—and find actionable, nature-based solutions to our planet’s dual climate and biodiversity crises. And our eyes are always looking forward as we train the next generation of botanists, gardeners, landscape designers, and environmental stewards, ensuring a green future for all. At NYBG, we know that it’s nature—or nowhere.

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Maintainer (Engineering)

Location: Bronx
Workplace: On-site

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Title: Maintainer	Reports To: Engineering Supervisor Maintainer Engineering Management
Application Deadline is July 29th, 2026
Position Summary The Maintainer, under supervision, will perform preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems, including refrigeration systems, cooling towers, steam and hot water boiler plants, air distribution, controls and building management systems, as well as perform related work. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Perform related work in and around all Garden facilities including equipment diagnostics and repair; emergency response to equipment failure and safety compliance. Perform all types of general mechanical room maintenance, including, carpentry, plumbing. electrical, painting, masonry, and specifically HVAC in all Garden facilities. Performs related work as required by the NYBG within all on-site and off-site facilities including special projects, events and temporary places of assembly.
Qualifications High School Graduate or GED, certificate from trade school in HVAC/R or 3-5 years in related position in the HVAC/Rindustry A Type II EPA Certification for reclamation of refrigerants A Valid driver's license required A NYFD Refrigeration License preferred
Physical Demand & Work Environment Ability to move over 30 pounds
Work Schedule This a full time role, Sunday through Thursday, 12AM - 8 AM Evening and afternoon shift work required
Salary $62,097
Benefits 15 Vacation Days 12 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days Health Coverage 401K Pension Plan
If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [email protected]

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