The Maintenance Helper will handle and perform a variety of non-technical, non-licensed mechanical, electrical maintenance, HVAC, painting, carpentry, custodial, plumbing, general repair, and other handyperson tasks related to overall building maintenance for mixed-use residential and commercial buildings in Lower East Side Manhattan, NY. The Maintenance Helper will report to, and work under the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager.
Requirements
- 4 years of experience in general maintenance, caretaking, mechanical, electrical and/or equipment and building repairs
- Computer experience and the ability to learn and utilize new systems
- Working knowledge of Yardi a plus
- Skilled in the use of hand tools and power tools
- Experience repairing windows, doors, and screens
- Knowledge in changing door handles and locks
- Ability to change light bulbs
- Skilled in replacing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Experience with drywall repair
- Capable of doing paint touch-ups
- Experience with snaking drains and sewers
- Capability of cleaning gutters and fences
- Experience assembling furniture
- Skilled in laying tiles and flooring
- Carpentry: Proficiency in cutting shaping and the installation of wood for construction, such as concrete formwork, plastering and roofing
- Plumbing: Know-how in the installation of pipes, drains, fittings, valves, and fixtures installed for distribution of potable water, heating and waste
- Electrical work: Skilled in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems
- S12 - Certificate of Fitness for Citywide Sprinkler Systems
- S13 - Certificate of Fitness for Citywide Sandpipe Systems
- P99 - Certificate of Fitness for Low Pressure Oil Burner Operator
- S95 - Certificate of Fitness for Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems and Other Related Systems
- Attention to detail
- Excellent customer service skills
- Positive attitude and good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Availability to work in shifts and with flexible schedules (e.g. weekends and evenings)
- Bilingual is a plus, English/Chinese or English/Spanish
- Must embrace diversity and understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Benefits
- The position comes with an apartment in Lower East Side, New York depending on availability
- Competitive salary: $26.00/hr to $29.00/hr
