Residential Building Maintenance Tech

Bushburg; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position 32BJ

Job summary

Bushburg is seeking a hands-on Handyman / Building Maintenance Technician to uphold the property's appearance, safety, and operations in New York. You will respond to work orders, perform repairs, prepare vacant apartments, and maintain common areas, with emphasis on customer service and reliability.

The role covers preventive maintenance, apartment turnover, and building systems, requiring independence, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to work in occupied spaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in residential building maintenance, apartment maintenance, facilities maintenance, property maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of general building maintenance and repairs.
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, and appliance repair/troubleshooting.
• Experience responding to maintenance work orders and resident service requests.
• Experience with apartment turnover, make-ready, punch-list, and move-in preparation is a plus.
• Familiarity with residential building systems, apartment layouts, and property infrastructure.
• Knowledge of building safety procedures and security requirements.
• Ability to safely operate common hand tools and power tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requests and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills when interacting with residents, Property Managers, and maintenance teams.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a maintenance team.
• Reliable, punctual, professional, and customer-service focused.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, reach, and lift 40+ pounds throughout the workday.
• Must be willing and able to work in occupied and vacant residential apartments.
• Must wear the company-issued uniform while performing job duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of common areas, building spaces, and property grounds to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, cleanliness issues, litter, or equipment problems.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests and complete same-day service when required.
• Complete resident maintenance requests and work orders in a timely, professional, and courteous manner.
• Perform general repairs and preventative maintenance throughout residential units and common areas.
• Maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and safety of exterior areas, including sidewalks, parking areas, entrances, hallways, and surrounding property grounds.
• Inspect and maintain building systems, equipment, trash disposal areas, and other property infrastructure.
• Identify maintenance issues and report larger or specialized repairs to the appropriate supervisor or maintenance department.
• Complete general apartment repairs and make-ready / apartment turnover work to prepare vacant units for new residents.
• Replace air filters and perform routine apartment maintenance.
• Install, repair, and troubleshoot locks, doors, hardware, and related building components.
• Test and troubleshoot smoke detectors and other basic safety equipment.
• Perform basic plumbing repairs, including minor leaks, fixtures, drains, and related issues.
• Perform basic electrical repairs, including switches, outlets, lighting, and other minor electrical maintenance within the scope of company procedures.
• Perform basic carpentry, drywall, painting, patching, caulking, and other general handyman repairs.
• Test and troubleshoot residential appliances, including refrigerators, microwaves, stoves, ovens, and other household equipment.
• Provide residents with basic guidance and recommendations regarding apartment maintenance and the proper use of building equipment.
• Maintain a professional and service-oriented relationship with residents while working inside occupied apartments.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Drywall

Painting

Appliance repair

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Common hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Bushburg is seeking a hands-on Handyman / Building Maintenance Technician to uphold the property's appearance, safety, and operations in New York. You will respond to work orders, perform repairs, prepare vacant apartments, and maintain common areas, with emphasis on customer service and reliability.

The role covers preventive maintenance, apartment turnover, and building systems, requiring independence, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to work in occupied spaces.