Handyman

THE DOUGLASTON COMPANIES • New York, NY

5d • $26 - $33

About The Position

At The Douglaston Companies, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that great ideas come from working together, sharing perspectives, and supporting one another to achieve common goals. We’re excited to announce an opportunity for a [JOB TITLE] to join our dynamic team. Why Choose The Douglaston Companies? Continuous Learning and Development: Your growth matters to us. We offer ongoing professional development through in-person and virtual training programs designed to sharpen your skills and help you thrive. Community Commitment: We don’t just build properties—we build communities. Our team actively gives back, creating meaningful impact and building a better tomorrow, together. Career Advancement: This isn’t just a job, it’s a career. We invest in your personal and professional growth because we know that when our people succeed, we all succeed. Back to the role: What you will do: What we are looking for: At The Douglaston Companies, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that great ideas come from working together, sharing perspectives, and supporting one another to achieve common goals. We’re excited to announce an opportunity for a [JOB TITLE] to join our dynamic team. Why Choose The Douglaston Companies? Continuous Learning and Development: Your growth matters to us. We offer ongoing professional development through in-person and virtual training programs designed to sharpen your skills and help you thrive. Community Commitment: We don’t just build properties—we build communities. Our team actively gives back, creating meaningful impact and building a better tomorrow, together. Career Advancement: This isn’t just a job, it’s a career. We invest in your personal and professional growth because we know that when our people succeed, we all succeed. Back to the role: What you will do:

Requirements

• Union position, hourly rate based on 3 years experience working in a rental building
• FACP certificate, a plus
• Basic carpentry and electrical skills
• Good communication and time management skills
• Standpipe sprinkler certificates
• Problem solver with attention to detail
• Friendly, positive team player
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to follow instructions

Nice To Haves

• FACP certificate, a plus

Responsibilities

• Inspect all mechanical rooms and report results into log check
• Respond to tenants requests for maintenance services, including replacing air filters, repairing locks and troubleshooting smoke detectors
• General plumbing repairs such as toilets, faucets, and minor leaks
• Test performance of in-unit appliances, such as refrigerators, microwaves, stoves and ovens
• Repair and replace general hardware such as doors, doorknobs, locks, and broken tiles
• Cosmetic updates to apartments, entrances, and common areas such as painting, plaster, sanding, and wallpaper installation
• Maintenance and upkeep of cooling towers and boilers, as well as assisting in repairs of heating and HVAC systems
• Report daily to the Resident Manager and update on repairs thru email correspondence
• Assist in snow removal on sidewalks and driveways

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed