Maintainer (Maintenance)

The New York Botanical Garden; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401K

Pension Plan

15 Vacation Days

12 Paid Holidays

10 Sick Days

Job summary

The New York Botanical Garden in New York, NY is seeking a Maintainer to perform routine maintenance across garden properties, including painting, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, shop work and auto repairs.

Responsibilities include executing work orders, managing inventories, and setting up spaces for events. The role requires 3–5 years of maintenance experience, a valid driver’s license, and OSHA certification within six months of hire, with weekend availability.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in general maintenance, preferably plumbing, masonry, carpentry, and electrical.
• Must pass a written and practical exam and be able to work weekends.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification required or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill assigned work orders with direction from management and clear communication with staff.
• Execute projects from inception to completion related to new structures or items.
• Maintain maintenance shops and storage rooms and comply with safety regulations.
• Monitor Assistant Maintainers and ensure safe, satisfactory project completion.
• Maintain records, inventory, and prepare reports on work and materials used.
• Inspect tools, equipment, and vehicles and manage inventory.
• Demonstrate proficiency with ladders, lifts, and work platforms.
• Perform office moves and assemble/move/deliver furniture and supplies.
• Set up tables, chairs, tents, stages and equipment for garden events.
• Perform snow removal using snow blowers and shovels.
• Participate in all training provided by the Garden.

Skills

General maintenance

Driver's license

OSHA 10/30 certification

Job description

Title

Maintainer

Reports To

Associate Vice President for Operations

Senior Director for Maintenance, Events and Training

Director For Maintenance

Application Deadline

September 3rd, 2026

Position Summary

Perform routine maintenance and repair of buildings and related work across all Garden properties, including the perimeter fence. The primary responsibilities of a maintainer include Painting, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Masonry, shop work, and automotive repairs.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Fulfill assigned work orders. Ability to take direction from management and effectively communicate with managers, team members, and garden staff.
• Execute new projects from inception to completion related to the construction or fabrication of new structures or items.
• Maintain all maintenance shops and storage rooms in an orderly fashion and comply with Garden safety regulations.
• Monitor the work of Assistant Maintainers and ensure all assigned projects are completed safely and satisfactorily.
• Maintain records, inventory, and prepare reports on work completed and materials used
• Inspect tools, equipment, and vehicles and maintain supply inventory
• Demonstrate proficiency in working on ladders, lifts, and other work platforms
• Perform office moves and assemble/ move/ deliver furniture and supplies
• Set up tables, chairs, tents, stages and equipment for Garden-related events
• Perform snow removal by using all types of snow clearing equipment, including but not limited to snow blowers and shovels.
• Participate in all training provided by the Garden
• Perform other job–related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in general maintenance work, preferably in plumbing, masonry, carpentry, and electrical. Must pass a written and practical exam and be able to work weekends.
• Driver’s license required.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification required or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire date.

Physical Demand & Work Environment

• Ability to move up to 50 pounds and lift overhead, stand for long periods of time, and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Work Schedule

• Tuesday-Saturday, 4 PM - 12 AM

Regular Days Off: Sunday and Monday

Salary

• $53,997*(62,097)
  • *Current Garden union employees that have been employed for 2 years qualify for the higher salary rate. If a non-Garden and non-union applicant is appointed, they will be eligible to advance to the higher incumbent rate after two years

Benefits

• 15 Vacation Days
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 10 Sick Days
• Health Coverage
• 401K
• Pension Plan

If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [e-mail]