Superintendent/Handyman

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day building maintenance and ensure the building remains in top condition through regular maintenance and inspections.
• Create and implement schedules and checklists for preventative maintenance; keep logs for compliance, sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, elevators, and other building systems as required by city, state, and federal law.
• Complete and update the status of all work orders through the work‑order system; add notes when a work order cannot be completed.
• Maintain fresh interior paint and perform basic repairs in electrical, plumbing, mechanical, painting, plaster, sheetrock, and carpentry.
• Keep entrances, walkways, and stairways clear of ice, snow, and debris; conduct regular preventative maintenance on interior and exterior items.
• Maintain job‑site safety, health, and cleanliness; verify all work meets a high workmanship level and ensure project documentation and reports are complete.
• Maintain inventory of tools and supplies, prepare purchase orders for timely approval, and keep tools safeguarded, neat, and organized.
• Maintain required licenses, certificates, and FDNY‑qualified person status for the building.
• Clock in and out for every shift, even when responding to emergencies; report and obtain approval for all overtime requests.
• Leave workstations ready for the next handyman in case of emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned by the property manager.

Requirements

• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to perform basic repairs in electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in painting, plaster, sheetrock, and carpentry work.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and superior customer‑service skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong scheduling abilities.
• Safe use of job‑related tools.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety standards set by state and federal governments.
• Valid S‑95 Fire Safety Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to lift heavy items, maneuver in small spaces, kneel, crouch, and climb tall ladders.

Work Environment

• Interaction with unruly or unhappy tenants; requires effective conflict‑resolution skills.
• Work in dirty, hot, cramped, and otherwise uncomfortable areas.
• Frequent walking throughout the property, including up and down stairs.