CARETAKER P (HA)

City of New York•New York, NY
•$38,291 - $53,779•Onsite

About The Position

The Caretaker performs plastering-related work, including preparing plastering materials, applying plaster to interior and exterior surfaces, and preparing lathing and plastering bases. The role also includes dust control and cleanup. Caretaker Ps are encouraged to gain the knowledge needed for career advancement to Plasterer. Travel to developments within the assigned neighborhood is required. This position covers Brooklyn Neighborhood 04, including Brownsville, Langston Hughes, Seth Low Consolidation, Tilden, Van Dyke, and Woodson. NYCHA employees applying for this position must submit a supervisor’s letter of recommendation with their resume. NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotional, title, or level-change opportunities must have served at least one year at their current location and in their current title and level, if applicable. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

  • There are no formal education or experience requirements.
  • Travel to developments within the assigned neighborhood is required.

Nice To Haves

  • Caretaker Ps are encouraged to gain the knowledge required for career advancement to Plasterer.

Responsibilities

  • Mix plastering materials properly.
  • Apply plastering materials to interior and exterior surfaces using a hawk, trowel, Darby, and slicker; work dots and screeds; and apply scratch, brown, and finish plaster coats.
  • Prepare lathing and plastering bases, including channel iron and wire lath.
  • Perform dust control and cleanup.
  • Travel to developments within the assigned neighborhood.

Benefits

  • A choice of medical coverage plans.
  • Deferred compensation plans.
  • A defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS).
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