Residential Building Handyperson

Services for the Underserved•Bronx, NY
•$69,992 - $69,992•Onsite

About The Position

S:US is seeking a Live-In Residential Building Handyperson (Superintendent) for their supportive housing program in the Bronx. The Residential Building Handyperson will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and minor repairs in a residential shelter. This is a hands-on role that oversees Maintenance Workers and Porters while performing building repairs, responding to maintenance requests, coordinating apartment turnovers, preparing for inspections, and ensuring the property remains safe, clean, and compliant.

Requirements

  • At least five years of experience with building functions, including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, heating, and ventilation systems, as well as completing routine tasks such as fixing leaky pipes, painting rooms, patching drywall, and fitting locks.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Passionate about the S:US mission generally and the provision of supportive housing in particular.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Highly organized, detail oriented, and self-motivated.
  • Ability to manage other employees in a high-paced, dynamic atmosphere.
  • Excellent written, oral, and email communication skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior experience in residential housing, property management, supportive housing, or apartment building maintenance is preferred.
  • Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Maintaining cleanliness and minor repairs in a residential shelter.
  • Overall maintenance and operation of a supportive housing residential building.
  • Overseeing Maintenance Workers and Porters.
  • Performing building repairs.
  • Responding to maintenance requests.
  • Coordinating apartment turnovers.
  • Preparing for inspections.
  • Ensuring the property remains safe, clean, and compliant.

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance
  • 403(b)
  • Credit Union
  • FSAs
  • Short-and-Long-Term Disability
  • Transportation Plan
  • Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays
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