Residential Maintenance & Repairs Specialist

PBS Facility Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PBS Facility Service is seeking a skilled Building Handyman to oversee day-to-day maintenance and operations for a residential property. This hands-on role requires attention to detail and the ability to work closely with the property manager and contractors to address issues and complete repairs.

The position involves electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and efficient management of work orders, with readiness for emergency calls and tenant

Qualifications

• Proven ability to perform basic repairs in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Skilled in painting, plastering, sheetrock work, and minor carpentry.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must have a valid S-95 Fire Safety Certificate and a valid driver’s license.
• Comfortable working in dirty, hot, cramped, or otherwise uncomfortable environments.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance & Repair: Oversee daily building maintenance activities, including electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, painting, plastering, sheetrock repair, and minor carpentry work.
• Work Order Management: Coordinate and complete work orders through the designated work order system. Update and close out work orders, ensuring all issues are documented.
• Tenant Interaction: Ensure all work in tenant apartments is conducted with proper permission and that work orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks for both the interior and exterior of the building.
• Inspection & Safety: Conduct regular inspections of common areas, ensuring the property is maintained to the highest standards and logs are kept for safety systems.
• Building Cleanliness & Safety: Keep entrances, walkways, and stairways clear of debris and maintain job site safety.
• Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergency maintenance calls as needed, including outside regular hours.
• Vacant Unit Inspections: Inspect vacant units and prepare them for rental, ensuring move-in readiness by the specified date.
• Collaboration: Work with contractors for outsourced work and coordinate larger maintenance projects.
• Documentation: Maintain logs of maintenance tasks and inspections; prepare project reports as required.
• Tool Maintenance: Keep tools in safe, organized, and working condition.
• Troubleshooting: Provide expertise in troubleshooting appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Software Knowledge: Familiarity with Yardi and MIQ software is preferred to integrate with workflows.

Skills

Electrical repairs

Plumbing

Mechanical systems

Carpentry

Painting & plastering

Troubleshooting

Work order management

Safety compliance

Yardi

MIQ

Job description

PBS Facility Service is seeking a skilled Building Handyman to oversee day-to-day maintenance and operations for a residential property. This hands-on role requires attention to detail and the ability to work closely with the property manager and contractors to address issues and complete repairs.

The position involves electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and efficient management of work orders, with readiness for emergency calls and tenant