Handyperson

Job ID: 1143780_RR00105337

Facility: NYU Grossman School of Medicine

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Shift: Day

Schedule: Tues-Sat 8am-4pm

Department: Maintenance/Skilled Workers, NYU Grossman School of MedicineRED+F-Real Estate (S12)

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NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation’s top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Handyperson.

In this role, the successful candidate performs repairs to residential building, building systems, and tenant apartments under the direction of building superintendent and management team.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Safety. Identifies unsafe conditions in work areas and takes appropriate action to ensure safety of self and others. Identifies potential safety hazards of problems in work areas.Takes appropriate measures for safety of self and others in work area.Communicates information concerning unsafe conditions to supervisor. Is available to respond to emergency calls after hours and on weekends.Is knowledgeable of Fire Alarm systems.Works with emergency responders (i.e. NYPD, FDNY, etc.) on all building related matters.
  • Building Repairs. Carries out daily building and systems repairs.Inspects buildings daily to ensure cleanliness and to determine need or extent of service required.Takes appropriate measures for safety of self and others in work area. Coordinates and performs repairs with building staff as needed.
  • Apartment and Common Area Maintenance. Makes sure that apartments and common areas are in clean and orderly condition. Confirms that the hallways, stairs are swept and mopped as required. Confirms that trash and garbage containers are emptied on a regular, scheduled basis.
  • Heat and Hot Water Systems. Confirms that heat and hot water systems are functioning at all times.Ensures heating and hot water systems are in adequate working condition. Notifies building management if there is a problem with the heat and hot water system. Confirms that repairs from outside vendors are performed in a timely manner.
  • Repairs. Coordinates and performs all necessary repairs. Responds to assignments in order by the date and time received unless otherwise instructed.Provides timely explanations when unavoidable delays are encountered. Responds promptly to Real Estate Departments and office staff phone calls and pages.Keeps supervisor advised of activities and problems or potential problems. Is available to respond to calls and coordinate repairs after hours and on weekends.Communicates problems, remediation, and follow-up with management team, vendors, tenants, and others, as appropriate.
  • Work of Contractors.Monitors all work performed by outside contractors (e.g. painters, cleaners, and HVAC maintenance companies) to ensure quality and completeness.Ensures work performed meets quality standards.Keeps supervisor informed of progress or discrepancies.
  • Maintenance of Equipment/Supplies. Monitors maintenance of equipment to ensure efficient, safe, and proper operations. Ensures adequate inventory and usage of supplies. Ensures that equipment in good working condition and keeps equipment clean. Oversees that equipment and supplies are properly inventoried. Informs management of equipment/supplies needed.Ensures that equipment/supplies are utilized in an efficient manner. Accepts and signs for equipment and supply deliveries after ensuring that order is complete.
  • Recordkeeping. Oversees the monitoring and maintenance of records.Ensures that records are completed and relevant paperwork is kept in the office. Ensures that up-to-date records are maintained of all supplies ordered and received including price quotes, dates ordered and dates received.Maintains a list of qualified vendor names and contact information.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications:

  • Highschool Diploma or equivalent
  • Five years of building maintenance experience in a residential or commercial building is required
  • Knowledge of building systems such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, air conditioning, heat and hot water is essential. Residential building maintenance experience is preferred
  • Ability to communicate with supervisors and residential tenants, work cooperatively and collaboratively in a team environment, and manage multiple tasks and priorities are vital skills.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

View NYU Grossman School of Medicine’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $67,809.66 – $67,809.66 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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