Summer Helper

Cushman & Wakefield•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our team as a Summer Helper under the Local 94 Operating Engineers Union. This seasonal role supports building operations by assisting with general maintenance, custodial tasks, and light repair work in commercial properties.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Participation in apprentice program or trade school
1+ year of related experience in a commercial property setting preferred
Mechanically Inclined
Ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics

Nice To Haves

May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or stand-by or on-call duties

Responsibilities

Perform general building maintenance under close supervision
Perform custodial duties, grounds, maintenance, and minor maintenance and repair work
Perform general labor work as assigned by the engineers, including loading, unloading, and moving materials and running errands for projects
Replace and repair door hardware, locks, and keys
Perform interior and exterior painting to include; experience with all types of paint, matching paint type to proper application, surface preparation, including wood, metal and drywall, and minor repair work in wood, metal, and drywall
Replace light bulbs/lamps/ballasts and cleaning fixtures
Move furniture, modular system break down and set up
Perform vacancy clean up and organization
Respond quickly to emergency situations and customer service requests as assigned
Police landscaping, sidewalks, common area, and parking facilities
Perform snow removal/leaf sweeping as needed
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits
Ability to use technology such as; smart phones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, building automation systems, etc.
Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually.
Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours.