TEMP Handyman

Phipps Houses; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in New York, NY is seeking a handyman to perform general maintenance tasks including plumbing repairs, hardware replacements, and minor electrical work. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of handyman experience, basic carpentry skills, and a high school diploma or GED. This role requires problem-solving abilities and a team-oriented attitude. The organization promotes a positive and inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on any grounds.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in general maintenance.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well under pressure.
• Friendly and positive team player.

Responsibilities

• Perform general plumbing repairs like toilets and faucets.
• Repair and replace general hardware such as doors and locks.
• Minor cosmetic updates to apartments and common areas.
• General electrical work like replacing light fixtures.
• Assist in snow removal on sidewalks and driveways.

Skills

General plumbing repairs

Basic carpentry skills

Electrical skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Boston Tremont Workforce
c/o Phipps Houses Services
13th Floor
New York, NY 10010, USA

This position is primarily responsible for performing general maintenance tasks on a daily basis that include, but are not limited to the following duties.

• General plumbing repairs such as toilets, faucets, and minor leaks.
• Repair and replace general hardware such as doors, doorknobs, locks, and broken tiles.
• Minor cosmetic updates to apartments, entrances, and common areas such as painting, plaster, sanding, and wallpaper installation.
• General Electrical work, such as, replacing light fixtures, smoke alarm, oven vent, outlets and GFI.
• Assist in snow removal on sidewalks and driveways.
• Minor window repair such as window balance and replacing installing screens
• Compactor, recycling, and garbage removal etc.;

Job Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience.
• Basic carpentry and electrical skills.
• Ability to solve problems and pay attention to details.
• Friendly, positive team player.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Required Experience

• 2 years of prior handyman experience

Requirements

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• If you do not hold a High School Diploma or GED, we consider substitution of a minimum of three years of experience in skilled trade work as a handyman at a residential building.

Practical test required.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Phipps Houses and Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, ancestry, alienage, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Verbal Communication

Expert

Follow Through

Expert

Detail‑oriented

Expert

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education

• General Equiv Diploma or better.
• High School Diploma or better.

Experience

• 2 years: handyman experience
• 2 years: Basic carpentry and electrical skills.
• 2 years: general maintenance

Skills

• Verbal Communication: Expert
• Follow Through: Expert
• Detail‑oriented: Expert
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well