Handyman

Phipps; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Phipps is seeking a handyman for general maintenance tasks including plumbing, hardware repair, and upkeep of building systems in New York City. The position requires 1-3 years of experience and a high school diploma or equivalent.

The ideal candidate will possess basic carpentry and electrical skills, alongside strong problem-solving abilities. Phipps is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in handyman tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Prior handyman experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general plumbing repairs.
• Repair and replace hardware such as locks and tiles.
• Maintain cooling towers and boilers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team player

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic carpentry skills

Basic electrical skills

Job description

Phipps Houses is one of the nation’s oldest and largest not‑for‑profit developer/owners of affordable housing. It is a multi‑faceted real estate organization, involved in the development, finance, construction and asset management of new and rehabilitated multi‑family housing for low to middle income New Yorkers. Through its subsidiary, Phipps Houses Services, Inc., it conducts residential and some commercial property management, and its tax exempt affiliate, Phipps Neighborhoods, provides human services to its development communities.

Position Overview

This position is primarily responsible for performing general maintenance tasks on a daily basis that include, but are not limited to the following duties.

• General plumbing repairs such as toilets, faucets, and minor leaks.
• Repair and replace general hardware such as doors, doorknobs, locks, and broken tiles.
• Minor cosmetic updates to apartments, entrances, and common areas such as painting, plaster, sanding, and wallpaper installation.
• Maintenance and upkeep of cooling towers and boilers, as well as assisting in repairs of heating and HVAC systems.
• Assist in snow removal on sidewalks and driveways.

Job Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience.
• Basic carpentry and electrical skills.
• Ability to solve problems and pay attention to details.
• Friendly, positive team player.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Required Experience

2 years of prior handyman experience.

Requirements

• If you do not hold a High School Diploma or GED, we consider a substitution of a minimum of three years of experience in skilled trade work as a handyman at a residential building.
• Practical test required.
• Written communication assessment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Phipps Houses and Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, ancestry, alienage, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.