Handyperson - 57 Cannon Street, Poughkeepsie, NY
About The Position
Rose Associates is seeking a motivated, customer-focused Residential Property Handyperson to support the maintenance and upkeep of the property at 57 Cannon Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The role performs a variety of repairs and routine maintenance in residential units and throughout the property, helping maintain a safe, comfortable environment for residents. The Handyperson handles plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance, carpentry, painting, drywall, and flooring work; prepares apartments for turns; maintains the maintenance shop and supply inventory; and conducts safety inspections. The position is on-site, includes on-call duties and emergency responses outside regular working hours, and requires interacting with residents, staff, vendors, and visitors. Work may take place in occupied apartments and shared building spaces where domestic pets may be present.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and/or previous experience in a handyman capacity is preferred.
- Knowledge of safety protocols, building codes, and the use of related machinery and tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Currently possess EPA 608 Universal technical certification, S12, S13, S95, or P99, or be capable of obtaining the required certifications.
- Proficiency in computer operations, particularly Microsoft Office and Yardi software.
- Work authorization.
- Ability to ascend and descend stairs, position oneself in small spaces, and lift and move objects weighing more than 50 pounds.
- Comfort working in varying environmental climates and circumstances.
- Ability to perform essential duties in residential environments where domestic pets are routinely present.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent and/or previous experience in a handyman capacity.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs in residential units, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repair, and carpentry tasks.
- Address minor HVAC issues and inspect, troubleshoot, and repair household appliances to ensure their functionality and safety.
- Collaborate with specialized technicians on major appliance repairs and coordinate with vendors for appliance replacements when necessary.
- Paint and complete drywall repairs throughout the property.
- Repair and replace flooring materials as needed.
- Perform routine unit maintenance in preparation for apartment turns.
- Maintain the maintenance shop and its related inventory of supplies.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and promptly identify and address potential hazards.
- Be available for on-call duties and respond to emergency maintenance requests outside regular working hours.
- Comply with workplace safety and OSHA regulations.
- Work on-site, move throughout the building, and meet with tenants, staff, vendors, and visitors.
- Perform duties in building common areas, lobbies, offices, amenity spaces, and occupied apartments where domestic pets may be present.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
