General Handyman (Part-Time)

PBS Facility Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PBS Facility Service is seeking a Building Superintendent/Handyman to manage day-to-day building maintenance, coordinate with contractors, and ensure safety and compliance across the property. The role covers inspections, preventative maintenance, and vacancy readiness.

Strong problem-solving, communication, and scheduling skills are required, with relevant certifications preferred. Expect a full-time on-site position with responsibilities spanning HVAC filter maintenance, safety compliance, and

Qualifications

• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
• Must have S12 or S13 Certification.
• Ability to perform basic repairs in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have superior customer service skills.
• Must be detail oriented and have good scheduling skills.
• Proficient at safely using tools associated with the job.
• Has knowledge of building codes and safety standards with valid fire safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day building maintenance.
• Maintain building in top shape through maintenance and inspections.
• Create and implement schedules and checklists for preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate with contractors for outsourced work.
• Ensure all work is completed daily and logged in the work order system.
• Maintain interior/exterior conditions and safety standards.
• Inspect vacant units and prepare for rental.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Customer service

Detail oriented

Scheduling

Tool safety

Drive license

Education

S12/S13 Certification

S-95 Fire safety Certificate

Job description

Essential Duties And Responsibilities For Building Superintendent/ Handyman

• The handyman role is to manage day-to-day building maintenance
• Maintenance the building in top shape thru maintenance and inspections.
• Responsible to create and implement proper schedules and checklists for preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate with contractors to or repair crews for work that is outsourced.
• Make sure that all work is properly completed on daily basis.
• Complete and update status of all work Orders thru work order System
• If the work order cannot be completed, update notes on work order software.
• Maintains fresh paint on interior of the building.
• Create compliance check log.
• Maintains inspection logs for sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers. Elevators, and other building systems as required by city, state and federal law.
• Conducts regular preventative maintenance on items throughout the interior and exterior of the building.
• Create log for the above requirements.
• Performs regular inspections of all common areas.
• Keeps entrances, walkways and stairways clear of ice, snow, and debris
• Be Disaster Ready - Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies.
• Inspect vacant units prepare them for rental.
• Obtain and document all inspections and ensure quality of work prior to each inspection.
• Maintain jobsite safety, health, and cleanliness
• Verify all work is done in a good workmanship level.
• Ensure project documentation and reports are complete.
• Minimum twice a year, the apartment HVAC filters must be cleaned and changed.
• Quarterly must change common area filters in rooftop.
• Other duties as assigned by property manager.
• Maintain inventory of all tools and supplies, prepare purchase order for supplies and tools in a timely manner for approval.
• Review cleaning crews work and efficiency.
• Maintain Licenses/certificates and FDNY qualified person required for the building.
• Are responsible for Answering all emergency calls at your designated location.
• Tools need to be safe guarded, neat, and organized always
• MUST always clock in and out, even when responding to an emergency
• All Overtime requests must be reported and approved by building manger writing
• Must leave your workstation ready in case another handyman has to come in for emergencies.

Saturday and Sunday Only!

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
• Must have S12 or S13 Certification
• Has the ability to perform basic repairs in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Has the ability to paint, plaster sheetrock and carpentry work.
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have superior customer service skills.
• Must be detail oriented and have good scheduling skills.
• Must be proficient at safely using tools associated with the job.
• Has knowledge of building codes and safety standards as set forth by the state and federal governments have a valid S-95 Fire safety Certificate
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift heavy items.
• Must be able to maneuver in small spaces.
• Must be able to kneel and crouch or climb tall ladders.

Work Environment

• Must be able to deal effectively with unruly or unhappy tenants.
• Must be able to work in dirty, hot, cramped and otherwise uncomfortable areas.