Skyline Windows

Overview

Skyline Windows is a family-owned business and one of the premier custom window manufacturers in the United States, seeking well-rounded window mechanics for the Lead Mechanic position. The role involves removing, installing, and finishing custom windows and terrace doors while ensuring safety and quality on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform full window and terrace door removals on occupied and active construction sites.
• Install replacement and new-construction units including various window types and terrace doors.
• Level, shim, plumb, and square openings to tolerance and anchor per approved details.
• Set up and shoot benchmarks and control lines with a laser level.
• Glaze windows and install locks and hardware on frames.
• Cut and fit capping and complete trimming of panning.
• Caulk and silicone frames and joints to ensure watertight conditions.
• Perform adjustments, troubleshooting, and repair to customer satisfaction.
• Read and work from approved shop drawings and installation details.
• Set up material and plan the next day’s work for crew productivity.
• Complete all orders and daily reports accurately and on time.
• Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA and NYC DOB standards.
• Load and unload materials from the truck onto the work site.
• Keep company tools in good working order and protect customer spaces.
• Run a crew of 2–6 mechanics and assign work while holding the daily production schedule.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for supervisors and contractors.
• Verify openings against approved drawings and flag discrepancies.
• Establish benchmarks and control lines for the crew.
• Coordinate material deliveries and confirm the right material is on site.
• Enforce safety and quality standards on the crew.
• Train and develop less experienced mechanics.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience removing and installing windows.
• Familiarity with commercial and residential window types and hardware systems.
• Proven caulking and weatherproofing ability.
• Ability to read shop drawings and detailed work orders.
• Experience setting benchmarks and layout with a laser level.
• Working knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Strong safety awareness and a clean work ethic.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple crews.
• Professional and customer-service oriented.
• Good communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based upon a 37.5 hour work week with OT as available.
• Represented by Local 522, Teamsters — benefits provided per union contract.
• Tool Reimbursement Program.
• Steady, year-round work.

Additional Information

• Must be able to work in all five boroughs.