Handyman - 32BJ

RXR•New York, NY

19d

About The Position

The Handyman is the face of RXR Management in attending to the day-to-day operation of the property. The role responds to tenant service requests efficiently, pleasantly, and responsibly, and performs maintenance, repairs, painting, cleaning, and other work needed to keep the building and its equipment in good working order. The Handyman must be reliable and able to work independently or as directed by the Building Manager and Superintendent. This is a 32BJ union position classified as “Other.”

Requirements

At least 2 to 4 years of relevant experience.
Be efficient, motivated, hardworking, prompt, and reliable.
Have basic computer skills in Excel and Word.
Be service-oriented and willing to go the extra mile to satisfy tenant service requests.
Have a thorough knowledge of the building and its mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) equipment.
Be capable of dealing calmly and efficiently with emergency situations.
Be able to work weekends and extended hours.
Be able to respond to building emergencies 24/7.
A35 Operate and Maintain Air Compressors license; if not already held, must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
F01 Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment license; if not already held, must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
P98 Fuel-Oil Piping and Storage System license; if not already held, must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
S12 Citywide Sprinkler System license; if not already held, must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
S13 Citywide Standpipe System license; if not already held, must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
Able to visually inspect machinery.
Able to walk up and down stairs for inspections and emergency procedure practice or implementation.
Able to detect emergency alarms and alarm conditions through auditory, visual, and olfactory senses.
Able to inspect equipment on roofs or other high places and climb to the roof using stairways during power loss and other emergencies.
Able to work on hands and knees to inspect, repair, or maintain equipment located low to roof, floor slabs, or ground.
Able to climb ladders to conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
Able to move heavy objects with appropriate tools and equipment and carry heavy objects, such as five-gallon pails, up several flights of stairs.

Nice To Haves

Q01/Q99 Refrigeration Engineer license; if not already held, preferred to be obtained within 3 years of hire.
EPA Section 608 Universal CFC Certification; if not already held, preferred to be obtained within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

Monitor building equipment and record temperature and pressure readings; take appropriate action to correct out-of-range conditions.
Perform sprinkler and standpipe system drain-downs and fill-ups for maintenance and inspections, maintaining system integrity, proper valve operation, and compliance with fire protection and safety standards.
Perform chemical tests on cooling tower and boiler water and add chemicals as necessary.
Perform HVAC maintenance, including repairing or replacing pumps, motors, and compressors; changing oil and air filters; greasing bearings; and replacing and aligning drive belts.
Replace lighting ballasts and bulbs using a ladder up to 12 feet or a lift up to 24 feet.
Perform plumbing repairs, including repacking steam or water valves, repairing flushometers and faucets, clearing clogged drains with an electric snake, and threading pipe.
Respond promptly to tenant service requests.
Record daily electric, water, and overtime-heat meter readings.
Paint equipment and machinery rooms.
Identify items that need to be ordered to maintain adequate stock of tools, parts, and fittings.
Work on projects individually or as part of a team, as directed.
Work extra hours as required for building operations, vacation relief, and holidays.
Use personal protective equipment and follow OSHA guidelines and safety precautions.
Respond to building emergencies, including on a 24/7 basis.