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 is seeking a Maintainer to perform routine maintenance and repairs across all Garden facilities, including fencing. The role covers painting, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, shop work, and automotive tasks.

Qualified applicants have 3–5 years in maintenance, hold a valid driver’s license, and OSHA certification or commitment to obtain it within six months. Work hours are Thu-Mon, 8 AM–4 PM, with union rate considerations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of maintenance experience, 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 ability to obtain within six months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill assigned work orders and communicate with managers, team members, and garden staff.
• Execute new projects from inception to completion related to construction or fabrication of new structures or items.
• Maintain maintenance shops and storage rooms in an orderly fashion and comply with Garden safety regulations.
• Monitor the work of Assistant Maintainers and ensure all 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 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 with snow blowers and shovels.
• Participate in all training provided by the Garden.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

General maintenance

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Masonry

Shop work

Automotive repairs

Weekend availability

Driver's license

Education

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Title:

Maintainer (Maintenance)

Application Deadline is October 5th, 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

• Thursday-Monday, 8AM - 4PM

Regular Days Off: Tuesday and Wednesday

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]