Live-In Maintenance Tech & Resident Assistant

DePaul Housing Management Corporation

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 47,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

On-site residence
Free electric
Sick leave
Disability leave
Employee assistance

Job summary

DePaul Housing Management Corporation seeks a Live-in Maintenance Technician to reside on-site and ensure building safety and integrity. The role includes up to 10 hours per week of additional cleaning and maintenance work, with on-call duties on weekends.

The position combines resident assistant responsibilities with hands-on maintenance, offering on-site housing with free rent and free electric services. Candidates should have basic repair skills and a customer‑oriented approach to working

Qualifications

  • Good written and oral communication skills.
  • Basic cleaning and maintenance ability.
  • Basic knowledge of light plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
  • Valid NYS Driver’s License and own vehicle.
  • Independent work ethic.
  • Patience and compassion for older persons.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Experience in emergency situations.
  • Calm, pleasant demeanor.
  • Physical qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Onsite residence duties including safety oversight.
  • Perform weekly cleaning and maintenance tasks (≈10 hours).
  • Respond to emergencies and support residents during on-call.
  • Trash removal and snow/ice removal on site.
  • Coordinate with Community Manager and Maintenance Superintendent.

Skills

Communication
Cleaning
Plumbing basics
Electrical basics
HVAC basics
Driver's license
Independent work
Patience
Attention to detail
Emergency response
Calm demeanor
Physical ability

Job description

DePaul Housing Management Corporation seeks a Live-in Maintenance Technician to reside on-site and ensure building safety and integrity. The role includes up to 10 hours per week of additional cleaning and maintenance work, with on-call duties on weekends.

The position combines resident assistant responsibilities with hands-on maintenance, offering on-site housing with free rent and free electric services. Candidates should have basic repair skills and a customer‑oriented approach to working

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