Handyman (Union)

Brookfield Properties•New York, NY

6d•$24 - $33

About The Position

The Handyman provides maintenance services and supervision to maintenance staff at a large multi-use professional, retail, or residential complex. The role requires maintaining a professional image and attitude, taking direction from a supervisor, and maintaining positive relationships with management and other associates. The Handyman follows established policies and procedures and the division motto, “Exceptional Service is Our Standard.” The position performs and oversees routine building and equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance, and basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, locksmith, ceiling, and painting work. It also involves interacting with tenants about maintenance needs, coordinating outside vendors with management when necessary, supervising event and promotion setup, and responding to after-hours emergencies when required.

Requirements

High school diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate preferred.
Valid government-issued ID.
Must join the union of record at the property if applicable.
Must attend school as designated by 32BJ or as required by management.
Clear oral communication, including listening, obtaining clarification, and responding to questions.
Demonstrated respect, integrity, ethical conduct, and ability to uphold organizational values.
Professional conduct under pressure, consideration for others, personal accountability, and follow-through on commitments.
Ability to observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
May be required to lift and move objects.

Responsibilities

Perform minor repairs and standard maintenance on building, grounds, fixtures, machinery, and lighting in common areas and tenant areas where applicable.
Provide supervision and oversight to maintenance staff and take responsibility for their work.
Coordinate with management to engage outside vendors when necessary and ensure work is completed and closed out promptly.
Interact with tenants regarding maintenance needs where applicable.
Oversee preventive maintenance of associated equipment in accordance with the established program.
Understand the operation of the building management system (BMS) as it relates to HVAC.
Assist in developing preventive and scheduled maintenance programs; schedule and complete related work orders; and update equipment and building information with the Maintenance Administrator.
Supervise setup of materials for promotions and special events.
Respond to and assign after-hours emergency calls as needed, and return to the property after hours when required.
Perform basic plumbing inspection, installation, repair, and replacement of pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures.
Perform basic electrical inspection, maintenance, and repair of lighting, wiring, and power circuits.
Perform basic carpentry, including construction and repair of walls and partitions, drywall installation and repair, shelving and counter installation, and repair of doors and door hardware.
Perform key cutting and locksmith duties when needed.
Repair and install ceiling tiles and grids.
Perform basic painting duties, including drywall and plaster repair, painting, filling holes and cracks, and wallpaper repair, installation, and replacement.
Perform other related duties as assigned.