These are temporary positions with a duration of 18 months with possibility of extension. The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is the nation’s oldest and largest public housing authority with more than 177,000 apartments, and responsibility for administering a citywide Section 8 leased housing program that serves over 200,000 additional tenants. NYCHA’s mission is to provide quality housing for New Yorkers that is sustainable, inclusive, and safe, while fostering opportunities for economic mobility. The Healthy Homes Department seeks Caretaker Ps to perform the following: 1. Mix plastering materials properly. 2. Apply plastering materials to interior and exterior surfaces (use of hawk, trowel, Darby, slicker; working of dots and screeds); apply plaster coats (scratch, brown and finish). 3. Lath and plaster bases (channel iron, wire lath, etc.) 4. Perform dust control and clean up. Caretaker Ps appointed are encouraged to gain the knowledge required for career advancement to Plasterer. NOTE: Employees will be required to pass an assessment for job skill competency prior to being appointed. NOTE: Assignments will be made throughout the five boroughs.
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