Residential Handyperson (Maintenance Technician)

Handyperson

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Location: Bronx, NY 10453

Summary/Objective:

The Residential Handyperson is responsible for supporting the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and general upkeep of the property. This role completes resident work orders, assists with building repairs, supports the Maintenance team, and helps maintain building systems, apartments, common areas, and property grounds as directed.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform routine maintenance work and repairs throughout the property, including light plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering/patching, drywall, doors/locks, hardware, and basic electrical work.
• Respond to resident work orders and complete repairs in occupied apartments, vacant units, common areas, and building spaces as directed.
• Work closely with the Property Manager, Superintendent, and Maintenance team to review priorities and complete assigned tasks.
• Coordinate access with residents when needed to complete apartment repairs.
• Manage assigned service requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with apartment turns, unit preparation, and renovation-related tasks as needed.
• Support basic building maintenance, including repairs to walkways, exterior areas, common areas, and other property spaces.
• Track work completed, report updates, and communicate any issues or follow-up needs to the manager/supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area while completing repairs.
• Assist with urgent building needs, leaks, plumbing issues, basic electrical concerns, doors/locks, painting/plastering, and general maintenance requests.
• Participate in on-call/emergency response needs as required by the property and applicable union contract.
• Assist the Maintenance team and onsite staff with other property needs as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician, Handyperson, Building Maintenance Worker, or related residential maintenance role preferred. Experience with residential building repairs, including painting, plastering/patching, carpentry, plumbing, basic electrical, doors/locks, and general maintenance. Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and complete repairs safely and efficiently. Understanding of safety hazards and proper use of tools, equipment, cleaning products, and maintenance materials. Ability to communicate professionally with residents, staff, vendors, and visitors. Comfortable working in occupied apartments and resident-facing environments. Ability to use phone, email, text messages, and work order systems/apps for business purposes. Reliable, service-oriented, and able to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. Flexible and willing to work assigned shifts/hours as needed. Own basic tools for general handyperson tasks preferred. High School Diploma/GED preferred. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Ability to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Pay Rate: $20.47 per hour

Benefits: This position is covered by the applicable Local 32BJ Collective Bargaining Agreement. Wages, benefits, vacation/sick leave, overtime, probationary period, and other employment terms are governed by the applicable union contract.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Number of Openings: 2

Location: River Park Towers Maintenance

This position is currently accepting applications.

Paths Building Services LLC