03/11/11
card number 2292
Comments:
My family, and I would like to thank everyone for their generosity at last nights meeting!
03/10/11
card number 1
Comments:
2011 Local One Golf Outing 2011 2011 Local One Golf Outing Silver Lake Golf Course 915 Victory Boulevard Staten Island, NY April 22nd Good Friday Fee: $125.00 per Golfer Local One Members First Come First Serve Contact Sue at the Hall (718)-767-7004 with Your Money by April 1st Individuals Welcome Foursomes Preferred 7:00 a.m. - Continental Breakfast 8:00 a.m. - Tee Off Shot Gun Start Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, and Beer Will be served at the Turn Dinner- Grilled Chicken, Sausage Peppers and Onions, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Beer and Soda For information contact Kevin McClaughry (201) 952-5128 ,Bill Bulger (973) 476-3682 Or Andy Schrettner (201) 410-1777 For form go to www.localoneiuec.com Click on (Member Home) Login then Click on the Golfer and download the form
03/09/11
card number 1179
Comments:
IN MEMORIAM: PATRICK QUARANTO:
Patrick A. Quaranto, Sr. died suddenly on March 2 at the age of 47. His death is a result of an accident while working for Richmond Elevator. Quaranto was a longtime member of Elevator Union Local #3. He is survived by wife Kathryn; sons Patrick, Jr. and Brian; mother Eleanor; sisters Mary Luchka, Kathleen Long, Patricia and Maureen Jendrzejewski; and many nieces and nephews. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to an education fund for Patrick, Jr. and Brian or to St. Francis Breadline at 135 West 31st Street, New York, New York 10001.
03/05/11
card number 1179
Comments:
The unidentified man died at the scene, 988 Myrtle Ave. in Bedford-Stuyvesant. The building houses the Brooklyn Community Correctional Center, a federal halfway house run by the Bureau of Prisons. It wasn't immediately clear when the mechanic fell, but fire officials said an ambulance crew arrived at the scene at 9:29 a.m. -- three
minutes after the first 911 call was placed. rparascandola@nydailynews.comWork Safe Brothers & Sisters !!! Be careful and watch out for each other. Brother Tom Moore
03/03/11
card number 16
Comments:
Please note a correction to the parade schedule for EASTCHESTER SUN MAR 13 @ 3PM. Brothers and Sisters , the first parade of the 2011 St Patricks day season is this Sunday, March 6 at 1:30 pm in EAST ISLIP NY. We would like to see a good show of support from our eastern Long Island members. look forward to seeing you there. Brother Bill Madden
02/22/11
card number 1179
Comments:
UNITED HOISTING & SCAFFOLDING
MEMO
February 21,2011
Subject: Jimmy Conners
To all Employees:
On Saturday night February 19th Jimmy Conners lost his home to a tragic house fire. Thankfully both family and pets were saved, but he has lost all his belongings and memories.
I am starting a collection for Jimmy and his family and find would please ask that if you can spare anything to please come see Me or Ed Laspina,
We will be collecting this week and would like to present something to him by this weekend.
Thank you very much for your cooperation.
Joe Covello
718-786-3338
02/10/11
card number 967
Comments:
Elevator Constructors Pipes and Drums Parade Schedule
02/10/11
card number 3180
Comments:
2011 Parade Season Show your union pride! Come out and support the award winning Elevator Constructors Pipes and Drums as they play your favorite Irish and American parade tunes this upcoming March. Parade Schedule: East Islip 3/6/11 at 1:30pm White Plains 3/12/11 at 12pm Eastchester 3/13/11 at 12pm Rockville Center 3/19/11 at 12pm Pearl River 3/20/11 at 1:30pm If you are interested in carrying a flag or banner please contact: Bill Madden- phone # (917)-578-1970 - Email-bondonna@aol.com Anthony Hroncich bigdawgpipes@yahoo.com
02/08/11
card number 86 Retired
Comments:
Michele, here are some things you can do now. Get together with other brothers and sisters who are in a similar situation, discuss your options and ATTEND union meetings. Get up on the stage and bring the discussion to the membership. Sit down with one of our BA’s, discuss with them any options that you may have. If not satisfied, sit down with Lenny. Get involved to help yourself, to help others and to make our union stronger.
02/08/11
card number 1179
Comments:
York City Housing Authority  |  | 
ELEVATOR MECHANIC AND ELEVATOR MECHANIC HELPER
JOB DESCRIPTION: The New York City Housing Authority is currently recruiting Elevator Mechanics and Elevator Mechanic Helpers to perform specific duties relating to the inspection, maintenance, adjustment and repair of electrically and/or hydraulically powered passenger and freight elevator systems. Candidates must meet the following qualification requirements: Elevator Mechanic Five years of full-time satisfactory experience acquired within the last ten years as an elevator mechanic; or
Not less than four and one-half years of such experience plus sufficient closely related experience or training acquired in an approved trade or vocational school to make up the equivalent of five years of acceptable experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade or vocational school training. Elevator Mechanic Helper Three years of full-time satisfactory experience acquired within the last ten years in the maintenance, repair and/or installation of freight elevators; or
At least two years of experience as described above plus sufficient training of a relevant nature acquired in an approved trade or vocational school to make up the equivalent of the remaining required experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade or vocational school training. License Requirements All candidates must possess a Drivers License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. 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: Elevators
NYCHA is an equal opportunity employer |
| | |
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: - 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.
- Assist the Deputy Director or designee in organizing, administering and directing the activities of the Elevator Bureau.
- Assign and monitor job assignments; oversee daily operations.
- Conduct field visits.
- Provide leadership and guidance in the training of staff.
- Represent the Technical Services Department at meetings and interact with other NYCHA departments and external agencies.
- Ensure work assignments and reports are prepared accurately and in accordance with established timeframes.
- Establish work priorities and schedules.
- Ensure staff is in compliance with NYCHA rules and regulations, standard procedures and GMs.
- Prepare counseling memos, local hearings and other disciplinary requirements as needed.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Supervisor of Elevator Maintenance (HA) - 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
- 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 - A Certificate of Approval as an Elevator Inspector issued by the Department of Buildings; and
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 One year of permanent service in the title of Resident Buildings Superintendent; or 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 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: - Ability to plan, direct and coordinate a wide variety of tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent public speaking and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
- Excellent writing and analytical skills.
- 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 |
02/06/11
card number 1179
Comments:
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ELEVATOR MECHANIC AND ELEVATOR MECHANIC HELPER
JOB DESCRIPTION: The New York City Housing Authority is currently recruiting Elevator Mechanics and Elevator Mechanic Helpers to perform specific duties relating to the inspection, maintenance, adjustment and repair of electrically and/or hydraulically powered passenger and freight elevator systems. Candidates must meet the following qualification requirements: Elevator Mechanic Five years of full-time satisfactory experience acquired within the last ten years as an elevator mechanic; or
Not less than four and one-half years of such experience plus sufficient closely related experience or training acquired in an approved trade or vocational school to make up the equivalent of five years of acceptable experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade or vocational school training. Elevator Mechanic Helper Three years of full-time satisfactory experience acquired within the last ten years in the maintenance, repair and/or installation of freight elevators; or
At least two years of experience as described above plus sufficient training of a relevant nature acquired in an approved trade or vocational school to make up the equivalent of the remaining required experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade or vocational school training. License Requirements All candidates must possess a Drivers License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. 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: Elevators
NYCHA is an equal opportunity employer | | |
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: - 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.
- Assist the Deputy Director or designee in organizing, administering and directing the activities of the Elevator Bureau.
- Assign and monitor job assignments; oversee daily operations.
- Conduct field visits.
- Provide leadership and guidance in the training of staff.
- Represent the Technical Services Department at meetings and interact with other NYCHA departments and external agencies.
- Ensure work assignments and reports are prepared accurately and in accordance with established timeframes.
- Establish work priorities and schedules.
- Ensure staff is in compliance with NYCHA rules and regulations, standard procedures and GMs.
- Prepare counseling memos, local hearings and other disciplinary requirements as needed.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Supervisor of Elevator Maintenance (HA) - 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
- 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 - A Certificate of Approval as an Elevator Inspector issued by the Department of Buildings; and
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 One year of permanent service in the title of Resident Buildings Superintendent; or 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 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: - Ability to plan, direct and coordinate a wide variety of tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent public speaking and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
- Excellent writing and analytical skills.
- 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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02/04/11
card number retired
Comments:
Congratulations on your 30 year pin Mac! Well done!
02/03/11
card number 1179
Comments:
| | |
Elevator Mechanic (Inspector)
JOB DESCRIPTION: In addition to performing the required duties of an Elevator Mechanic, selected candidates will perform Local Law 10/81 Elevator Inspections/Tests in accordance with the DOB and all elevator codes and requirements. Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to the following: - Perform Elevator Inspections/Tests in accordance with the DOB and all elevator codes and requirements throughout the five boroughs.
- Perform Quality Assurance Inspections on elevators cited for deficiencies (violations).
- Utilize a handheld computer in the performance of work duties.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: - Five years of full-time satisfactory experience acquired within the last ten years as an elevator mechanic; or
- Not less than four and one-half years of the experience described in "1" above plus one of the following:
- At least 6 months of closely related experience in the repair and maintenance of electrical or electromechanical control systems, or electrical, hydraulic or mechanical components of the following: escalators, drawbridges, aircraft, rail cars, or mechanical doors: or
- At least 600 hours of training acquired at a trade or technical school or vocational high school or completed post-secondary education, approved by a state's Department of Education or comparable governmental agency, with a major course of study in mechanical, electromechanical, electrical or electronic technology or closely related field.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT At the time of appointment, candidates will be required to possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: Possession of a valid DOB Inspector or Co-Director's License is preferred. SKILLS DESIRED - Knowledge in performing Elevator Inspections in compliance with DOB Codes and regulations.
- Basic computer skills.
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 Inspector
NYCHA is an equal opportunity employer
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01/25/11
card number 1056
Comments:
This was a reply to my previous posting and later my answer
I've been out of work over three years. I feel the 40 hour work week Hurt us. The two bad contracts that we voted on left us without our hoisting. That is why we have brothers / sisters out of work. Truth of the matter is if the union wanted to put brothers \ sisters back to work they would would go to a fer-low program. They would put people back to work. Then all brothers \ sisters could be paying dues and getting medical benefits. If local 3 can do it why can't we do it and they have Lot more men then us. The Freedom Tower was broking promises. I cannot figure out why none of the out of work brothers \ sisters are not up and armed about what go on i was lay ed off when temporarily machinate were working over time. Then i knew guys that went back as helpers they ended up helping temporarily merchants. The union is not the same. My Reply:
I never voted yes to any of the contracts. I was one whom was part of the Lock
out at the time. Our union brothers and sisters whom were still working, should
not have. We were divided right from the start. I can go on and on, but I r
really want to know is, What can we do now? How can we turn this around?
01/24/11
card number 1179
Comments:
Housing Authority Elevator Mechanic Says Inspection Reports Bogus - The Chief: News Of The Week Calls Discipline Retaliation Housing Authority Elevator Mechanic Says Inspection Reports Bogus AN INSPECTOR CALLS By Andrew Hinderaker AN INSPECTOR CALLS: Anthony Depompeis, a Mechanic who inspects elevators for the Housing Authority, says he was suspended because he questioned a culture of rushed and botched inspections and criticized his boss for making him move on without calling repairmen. ‘I would ask about the problems, they’d say, “Do nothing, that’s why it’s called creative writing,”’ he said, referring to the written reports he had to file.
Posted: Monday, January 24, 2011 5:00 pm | Updated: 4:18 pm, Mon Jan 24, 2011. By DAVID SIMS | A culture of rushed and botched elevator inspections pervades the Housing Authority, alleged a Mechanic who claims he has been suspended on manufactured charges, in retaliation for asking his supervisor questions about missing and falsified inspection reports. Anthony Depompeis was suspended after allegedly threatening to kill his supervisor, Kenneth Buny, and his foreman, Douglas Engstler. “They say I said, ‘If you go after my job I’m going to kill you,’’’ Mr. Depompeis said in an interview. He admitted he had raised his voice, but denied making such a threat, saying that Mr. Buny was out to get him because he had complained about the work culture in the HA elevator inspection unit. The HA currently employs 11 inspectors, who have the title of Mechanic but gain the promotion by taking a test. The inspectors are supposed to look at six elevators a day, mark down any problems they see on a written report, and then input those problems into a hand-held computer which is linked to the HA system. They submit the hand-written reports at the end of the day. Every elevator in the HA is required to be visually inspected every six months, with a more-thorough inspection every year and a full inspection, with a full load of weights in the elevator, every five years. Further precautions have been installed, such as locks to prevent opening of the elevators manually from the outside, after the death of five-year-old Jacob Neuman in a Williamsburg project in August 2008. After an elevator stalled halfway onto a new floor, the doors were opened from the outside and Jacob tried to jump down to the floor, but lost his balance and fell down the shaft and died. That incident prompted new funds for elevator maintenance in the HA. But Mr. Depompeis alleges that inspectors are often told not to enter problems into their reports if it would require them to wait around in a building for a Mechanic to arrive, or if it would involve them shutting down the only elevator in a building. “They would say, ‘don’t shut it down, that’s the only car in the building.’ They say they’ll call the supervisor,” he said, referring to his superiors. “Numerous times, I was told by Kenny and Doug to just move on, the Mechanic for that area will fix it...they would say, ‘that’s a hot building, people gotta get up the stairs, they’ll start calling and complaining.’” Mr. Depompeis has worked for HA since 1996 and as a Mechanic since 1998. He was promoted to Elevator Inspector in 2010, quickly clashing with management. Transcripts of his disciplinary hearing reveals that he repeatedly argued with Mr. Buny, especially over one incident where Mr. Depompeis did not perform the required six daily inspections. It was revealed that he had found an elevator was out of service for modernization work, did not know how to proceed, and had called Mr. Buny several times. Mr. Buny admitted during the hearing that he had not heard his phone, but said Mr. Depompeis had verbally attacked him that day and had been given a counseling session as a result. Later, it was charged that Mr. Depompeis had not handed in his written reports during June and July, and again from the middle of August to the middle of September. Mr. Depompeis denies the claim, though, saying that HA has lost the forms. Lawyer Cites Discrepancies His attorney, Arthur Schwartz, who is employed by Mr. Depompeis’ union, Teamsters Local 237, has compared the written reports HA provided him with their computerized counterparts and found discrepancies “in four out of five cases,” he said. The reports often show that Mr. Depompeis noted several faults with the elevators that were not entered into the computer report. As the computer report is what prompts maintenance work to be done on the elevators, this means the work was not being done, Mr. Schwartz charged. Additionally, Mr. Depompeis said he was called to HA headquarters for an 18-hour overtime shift in September where he entered written reports into the computer system months after they should have been filed. In the disciplinary hearing, Mr. Buny admits that “Mr. Depompeis was told to enter information for tests that he had results for” on that day. He also admits that the computer reports were changed to reflect the date they should have been entered, rather than when they actually were. “That’s all they changed,” he said. “The inspection reports are basically a joke. They’re lost, they’re entered months later, even though you wouldn’t know,” Mr. Schwartz said in an interview. “If it’s not being entered into the system until months later, the work isn’t being done.” He said that Mr. Depompeis’ eventual outburst was due to his being on anti-depressant and anti-anxiety medication, as well as having high blood pressure. “You have a person already with a problem being put in a high-anxiety situation, and his anxious side over this built up and built up and built up and finally there comes a day in October where he basically says, ‘I’m not doing this anymore,’ and he screamed at his supervisor,” he said in the hearing. HA spokeswoman Sheila Stainback said in a statement, “NYCHA does not comment on pending matters.” Gerald Sternberg, special counsel for the HA who represented the agency in the disciplinary hearing, said of Mr. Schwartz’s charges, “This is just a complete fabrication to say there was any fraud going on...there’s no factual basis to what he said,” according to the transcript.
01/23/11
card number 1056
Comments:
I had was laid off in NYC for three years now. I have been laid off in Las Vegas over a year and a half. Kept up my dues faithfully. I am a mechanic and had been for about 5 years now. I understand that there is no work and there are lay offs. But I feel that the so called line is BS. I know that no one is going to call for me, a girl in this business. Especially when I have not worked for that company. I am a good worker and got to know this business rather well. I also know that I always can learn more. Union brothers whom worked with me can attest that I am a strong woman and can hold my own. I was told once that, "women should not be in this business" by one member. When I worked with that person, he still said that, "women should not be in this busines", but he etended "except you". I had worked in construction in extreme conditions. I do not understand why other members get laid off and called back within a short time, and new mechanics get put out before seasoned mechanics on a bench. I remember getting put off of my mechanic status because of mechanics still on the bench. Rightfully so. So why the disrespect now? Seams like a double standard to me in every way.
01/21/11
card number 1877
Comments:
A few days ago my good friend and beloved bar owner, Johnny Russell, of Johnny's Union Park Cafe, unexpectedly and way too short in life, died. Johnny's bar, an Oceanside Long Island establishment, is a well known elevator mans hangout where many a Local One paycheck was cashed and spent. Where Johnny himself would work the phones and keep the doors locked to keep the wives away from us on payday. Johnny's brother Scotty, asked me if there was anyway we could get the pipers (they played the bar often and Johnny loved it) to play the memorial service. I immediately reached out to Brother Madden (who in his own right is certainly no stranger to the drinking side of the mahogany at Johnny's) for help. On ridiculously short notice he assured me he would take care of it. I can't describe the serenity and calmness that the sounds of his pipes gave us as he played outside to a packed funeral home while we sat through an unbearable service. He made a terrible day easier for all of us. If there is a better brother or human being around these parts I have yet to meet him.
Thanks again Billy, it meant a lot!
Geezer
01/14/11
card number 1182
Comments:
The funeral service for Roy Chelsen,past IUEC Local One member,son of retired member Leif Chelsen, brother of current member Steve Chelsen and Hero 9/11 NYFD Firefighter will be 11AM Saturday 1/15/2011 at Warwick Valley High School 225 West Street
Warwick, NY 10990
(845) 987-3000
To be followed by private cremation.
01/12/11
card number 1361
Comments:
From the Times Herald Record, Middletown, NY.
Just wanted to pass it along.
ROY CHELSEN
November 9, 1959 - January 9, 2011 Warwick, NY Roy Chelsen, of Warwick (formerly of Staten Island) passed away on January 9, 2011 at home with his family, after a hard fought five years of living with multiple myeloma. Roy is now at peace. He was 51 years old. Born on November 9, 1959 in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of Leif Chelsen and the late Barbara Bakke Chelsen. He was married to Trish (Patricia) Adinolfi Chelsen. Roy was a New York City Fireman, a member of the N.Y.C. Retired Firefighters of Orange County, the Retired Members Association, Inc., Fire Department, City of New York, the Uniformed Firefighters Association of Greater N.Y., the FDNY Viking Association, Staten Island, a volunteer for Sports for Health, and a member of Be the Hero for Hero Foundation. Roy's battle with cancer and the courage he displayed during his five year fight inspired everyone that he touched. He is survived by his wife, Trish Chelsen, of Warwick; his father, Leif Chelsen, of Warwick; a son, Christopher Chelsen, of Warwick; two sisters: Kathryn Chelsen, of Alexandria, VA and Joan Chelsen, of Staten Island; a brother, Steven Chelsen, of Staten Island; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, January 13th, and Friday, January 14th, at Lazear-Smith & Vander Plaat Memorial Home, 17 Oakland Ave., Warwick. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Warwick Valley High School, Warwick, NY followed by private cremation. Memorial donations may be sent to Be the Hero for a Hero Foundation, 37 Leo Street, Staten Island, NY 10314. For further information, directions or to send an online condolence, see www.lsvpmemorialhome.com
01/10/11
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Roy Chelsen will be waked at: Lazear-Smith & Vander Plaat Memorial Home 17 Oakland Ave Warwick, NY 10990 (845) 986-4331 Thursday 2-4, 7-9 Friday 2-4, 7-9 Saturday Funeral arraingments pending
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