Residential General Handyman

PBS Facility Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PBS Facility Service is seeking a Building Superintendent/Handyman to manage day-to-day maintenance, performing basic electrical, plumbing and carpentry repairs across the building. You will develop schedules, maintain logs, and ensure safety throughout the property.

You will handle work orders, keep compliance records, and assist the property manager, including odd hours when required. This is an on-site role in New York.

Qualifications

• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform basic repairs in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to paint, plaster, sheetrock and carpentry work.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Detail oriented with scheduling skills.
• Proficient at safely using tools associated with the job.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety standards; valid S-95 Fire safety Certificate.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift heavy items.
• Must be able to maneuver in small spaces.
• Must be able to kneel and crouch or climb tall ladders.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day building maintenance.
• Create and implement schedules and checklists for preventative maintenance.
• Complete and update status of all work orders.
• Update notes on work order software when needed.
• Maintain fresh paint on interior surfaces.
• Maintain logs for compliance and inspections.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on interior and exterior items.
• Keep entrances, walkways and stairs clear of ice, snow, and debris.
• Maintain jobsite safety, health, and cleanliness.
• Ensure project documentation and reports are complete.
• Assist property manager with duties and coordinate repairs.
• Keep inventory and prepare purchase orders for supplies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Electrical repairs

Plumbing

Carpentry

Maintenance scheduling

Communication

Customer service

Tool safety

Driving license

Education

S-95 Fire Safety Certificate

Job description

Essential Duties And Responsibilities For Building Superintendent/ Handyman

• The handyman role is to manage day-to-day building maintenance
• Maintenance the building in top shape thru maintenance and inspections.
• Responsible to create and implement proper schedules and checklists for preventative maintenance.
• Make sure that all work is properly completed on daily basis.
• Complete and update status of all work Orders thru work order System
• If the work order cannot be completed, update notes on work order software.
• Maintains fresh paint on interior of the building.
• Create compliance check log.
• Maintains inspection logs for sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers. Elevators, and other building systems as required by city, state and federal law.
• Conducts regular preventative maintenance on items throughout the interior and exterior of the building.
• Create log for the above requirements.
• Keeps entrances, walkways and stairways clear of ice, snow, and debris
• Be Disaster Ready - Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies.
• Maintain jobsite safety, health, and cleanliness
• Verify all work is done in a good workmanship level.
• Ensure project documentation and reports are complete.
• Other duties as assigned by property manager.
• Maintain inventory of all tools and supplies, prepare purchase order for supplies and tools in a timely manner for approval.
• Maintain Licenses/certificates and FDNY qualified person required for the building.
• Tools need to be safe guarded, neat, and organized always
• MUST always clock in and out, even when responding to an emergency
• All Overtime requests must be reported and approved by building manger writing
• Must leave your workstation ready in case another handyman has to come in for emergencies.
• Building Management requires days off that will NOT be paid. (Can apply PTO to offset the days)

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
• Has the ability to perform basic repairs in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Has the ability to paint, plaster sheetrock and carpentry work.
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have superior customer service skills.
• Must be detail oriented and have good scheduling skills.
• Must be proficient at safely using tools associated with the job.
• Has knowledge of building codes and safety standards as set forth by the state and federal governments have a valid S-95 Fire safety Certificate
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift heavy items.
• Must be able to maneuver in small spaces.
• Must be able to kneel and crouch or climb tall ladders.

Work Environment

• Must be able to deal effectively with unruly or unhappy tenants.
• Must be able to work in dirty, hot, cramped and otherwise uncomfortable areas.
• Time will be spent walking all over the property, including up and down stairs.
• Must be willing to work odd hours including nights and weekends.