Handyperson - Full Time; 7510-703-N

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens seeks a Handyperson to join their maintenance team. This role involves performing repairs, ensuring safety standards, and collaborating with various stakeholders to maintain properties. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Retirement Savings with Agency Match

Transit benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Public Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Training and voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• FDNY Certificates of Fitness preferred; required within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to travel within the five boroughs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine repairs and maintain safety standards.
• Collaborate with the superintendent, vendors, contractors, and tenants.
• Monitor mechanical systems for proper operation.

Skills

Bilingual abilities

Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00 AM

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, offering 160+ programs for children, youth, adults, seniors, and mental health support.

Housing affordability remains a critical issue, with many families facing inadequate living conditions or excessive costs. Catholic Charities Progress of Peoples Development (CCPOP) is committed to addressing these challenges as part of our mission.

Statement of the Job

The Handyperson is an essential member of the on-site maintenance team, ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment in buildings managed by POP Management, the housing arm of Catholic Charities Brooklyn & Queens.

Responsibilities include performing routine repairs, maintaining safety standards, participating in cleaning and sanitizing tasks, and collaborating with the superintendent, vendors, contractors, and tenants.

• Work closely with the Superintendent to maintain the property.
• Complete repairs and document them via Service Request Orders.
• Monitor mechanical systems for proper operation.
• Perform cleaning tasks following NYC sanitation guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred; relevant experience may be considered.
• FDNY Certificates of Fitness preferred; required within 6 months of hire.
• Bilingual abilities (Spanish/English, Russian/English, Chinese/English, Korean/English) preferred.
• Ability to travel within the five boroughs.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Generous paid time off (Vacation, Personal, Sick, Holidays)
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Retirement Savings with Agency Match
• Transit benefits
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Public Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Training and voluntary benefits

For more information, visit www.ccbq.org.