Handyperson, Parker Towers

We're Beam Living•Forest Hills, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Beam Living is hiring an onsite Handyperson for Parker Towers Operations in New York, NY. The role supports the upkeep of the building and its residents by diagnosing maintenance issues, determining appropriate repairs, completing work safely and neatly, cleaning work areas, communicating with residents when appropriate, and accurately closing out work orders. The Handyperson performs repairs in residential and common areas, responds to building emergencies as required, and works with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and contractors. The position follows a rotating weekly schedule with Sunday and Monday shifts from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday and Wednesday off, and Thursday through Saturday shifts from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Weekend work is required. Overtime is available and required in emergency situations. The hourly rate is $33.59; exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Requirements

At least 3 years of hands-on residential or commercial building maintenance experience.
Ability to handle repair needs in resident spaces and common areas.
Ability to use a tablet-based work-order program to complete assigned work orders.
Ability to multitask under high pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Good time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work weekends.
Overtime is required in emergency situations.
Reliability, honesty, accountability, professionalism, good judgment, a strong work ethic, ownership of assigned responsibilities, and respect for residents and coworkers.

Responsibilities

Perform general plumbing, carpentry, drywall, painting, hardware, and other building repairs.
Troubleshoot maintenance problems independently and resolve them efficiently.
Safely operate common hand and power tools.
Communicate professionally with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and contractors.
Follow written and verbal instructions from supervisors.
Document completed work accurately.
Use a smartphone to receive, update, and close out work orders.
Maintain strong attendance, reliability, and punctuality.
Respond to building emergencies as required.
Diagnose work-order issues, select appropriate repairs, complete work safely and neatly, clean the work area, communicate with residents when appropriate, and close out work orders accurately.

Benefits

Family-care benefits, including parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility reimbursement.
Personalized development programs through a dedicated L&D team.
401(k) plan with matching and no vesting period.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
Identity-theft coverage, financial planning and legal advice, will creation, and tax preparation assistance.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Commuter benefits.
Mental and emotional support services, including Ginger and Headspace.