Touro University

Private Jewish university in New York, NY

Daytime Supervisor/Handyman

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMiddletown, NY, USA$34.3k - $39.4k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
At least 1-2 years of experience is required.
Regular, reliable, and predictable work attendance is required.
Ability to operate custodial and maintenance equipment is required.
Knowledge of proper chemical storage, use, and inventory is required.
Skill in using maintenance tools and materials is required.
Ability to sit and stand for extensive periods is required.
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, and kneel is required.
Ability to lift 25-40 pounds is required.
A uniform must be worn.
The role involves exposure to chemical cleaners and pesticides.

Responsibilities

Assist the Building Manager in scheduling custodial tasks according to the daily, weekly, and monthly frequencies defined by the facilities department.
Assist the Building Manager in coordinating security coverage at the site with the Director of Security.
Ensure arrangements are carried out for scheduled events.
Conduct periodic building inspections to identify required repair and maintenance work, including carpentry, electrical work, painting, plastering, and plumbing.
Ensure regular life safety testing is completed and logs are maintained at the site, including fire drills, fire alarm testing, sprinkler system testing, and fire extinguisher checks.
Respond to work orders submitted by faculty and college staff and ensure their timely completion.
Supervise and direct building staff with the Building Manager.
Repair and replace window units and glass.
Repair and replace doors, locksets, hinges, and door closers.
Repair existing ceramic, quarry, and vinyl-asbestos tile flooring.
Replace ceiling tiles.
Lay out and install new ceilings, including grid track.
Lay out and install new walls, including taping and spackling.
Replace sinks, toilets, urinals, and hose bibs.
Repair leaking water connections.
Repair or replace leaking heating pipes and fittings.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Director of the department.

Overview

This position assists in performing maintenance and repair to the college facilities as well as managing and supervising cleaning staff.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to the following:

Assist Building Manager in scheduling custodial tasks in accordance with the daily, weekly and monthly frequency defined by the facilities department.
Assists the Building Manager in coordinating security coverage at the site with the Director of Security.
Ensures that arrangements are carried out for scheduled events.
Makes periodic inspections of the building to identify repair and maintenance work required including carpentry, electrical work, painting, plastering and plumbing.
Ensures that all regular life safety testing is undertaken and logs are maintained at the site, including fire drills, fire alarm testing, sprinkler system and fire extinguishers.
Responds to work orders submitted by faculty and college staff and ensures timely completion.
Supervises and directs building staff with the Building Manager.
Repairs and replaces window units and glass.
Repairs and replaces doors, locksets, hinges, and door closers.
Repairs existing flooring (ceramic, quarry, and vat tiles).
Replaces ceiling tiles.
Layout and installs new ceilings including grid track.
Layout and installs new walls including taping and spackle.
Replaces sinks, toilets and urinals, and hose bibs.
Repairs leaking water connections.
Repairs / replace leaking heating pipes and fittings Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager or Director of the department

Qualifications

Education/Experience

High School Diploma/GED Eqvlnt preferred
At least 1-2 years experience

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

Requires regular, reliable and predictable work attendance
Ability to operate custodial and maintenance equipment
Good knowledge of proper chemical storage, use and inventory
Skill in maintenance tools and materials

Working Conditions

Extensive time sitting and standing
Able to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolds, bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, and kneel
Ability to lift 25-40 pounds
Must wear a uniform
Exposure to chemical cleaners and pesticides

Maximum Salary

USD $39,396.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $34,320.00/Yr.

About the Company

Touro University

Private Jewish university in New York, NY

Touro University is a private, nonprofit institution in New York with undergraduate, graduate and professional education rooted in Jewish scholarship and service to the wider community. Its schools teach liberal arts, business, technology, education, law and Jewish studies, alongside medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and other health professions. The Lander Colleges accommodate Jewish religious commitments, while other divisions serve a broader mix of learners and its network includes affiliated medical schools in other states. Academic programs combine classroom learning with research, clinical training and professional practice. Chartered in 1970, Touro opened to students in 1971 and has its headquarters in New York, New York.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York, NY
Founded: 1971

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