Temporary Building Maintenance Assistant

Council on Foreign Relations•New York, NY

1d•$33 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Temporary Building Maintenance Assistant will be responsible for assisting with the maintenance of all event spaces and overall appearance of buildings. This is a temporary 6-month full-time position based in CFR’s New York City office. This role is required to be onsite Monday through Friday from 12pm to 8pm with flexibility to work on weekends.

Requirements

At least 3 years experience in facilities/building maintenance in a high-profile organization or cultural institutions.
At least 3 years experience in floor care and painting.
Familiarity of building operating systems, i.e. HVAC, plumbing, electrical.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds (i.e. – chairs, tables, office furniture, etc.)
Strong customer service and communication skills
Highest level of dependability and professionalism
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail with proven ability to multi-task
Ability to work independently and on a team
Positive, proactive, flexible, results-oriented team player
Availability to work flexible and long hours

Responsibilities

Set-up and breakdown of furniture and equipment in event spaces.
Coordinating building services such as HVAC adjustments, lighting & AV equipment set-up and furniture adjustments CFR & Rental event activities
Cleaning interior and exterior building areas including but not limited to sidewalk debris removal.
Identify and perform general maintenance and repairs throughout the building
Perform floor and wall maintenance including stripping and waxing floors, carpet cleaning, wall patching and painting
Assisting with other related duties as requested or required.