POSITION: Handyperson/Maintenance Person, Commercial Building
DEPARTMENT: Building Operations
POSITION REPORTS TO: Senior Manager of Operations
LOCATION: In-person, Midtown Manhattan
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

The New York City Bar Association (City Bar), founded in 1870, is a voluntary association of lawyers and law students. The City Bar’s mission is to equip and mobilize a diverse legal profession to practice with excellence, promote reform of the law, and uphold the rule of law and access to justice in support of a fair society and the public interest in our community, our nation, and throughout the world.

DEPARTMENT FUNCTION
The Building Operations department maintains and operates a 60,000 square foot landmark building in midtown Manhattan.

JOB FUNCTION
As part of the Building Operations team, you will handle numerous maintenance and repair responsibilities for a landmark building in Midtown Manhattan. You will need to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and occasional overtime, with the ability to adjust shift times to suit project scope and impact to customer base. Top candidates should be well-rounded with hands-on working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry trades. The top candidates considered for this role will also have at least two years' experience in a corporate office and/or professional setting.

Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

Install, repair drywall walls and partitions to finish quality.
Repair and refinish wood office furniture.
Perform general basic electrical repairs.
Perform general locksmith and repair duties.
Make general plumbing repairs and replace plumbing fixtures.
Repair building maintenance machines and equipment.
Make repairs to office lamps, receptacles and power cords.
Ensure jobsite is kept clean and neat during and after each shift.
Maintain maintenance workshop area in a clean and organized, professional manner.
Work with the building porters, as needed, for meeting and event setups when time allows.
Respond to emails regarding facility requests in a timely manner.
Meet weekly or as needed with direct management to review workflow priorities and status
Other relevant duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 5 years of experience.
Must be skilled in basic electrical and plumbing work.
Must be skilled in carpentry (woodworking, cabinetry, wood repair, etc...)
At least 2 years of prior experience in an office or corporate environment is required, as this role requires familiarity with project-based work, assigned tasks, deadlines, and collaboration within a professional setting.
Have hands-on experience safely using hand and power tools.
Working knowledge of industry safety standards (Lockout-Tagout, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), etc.), or receive proper training within the first 3 months of employment.
Must have solid knowledge of all aspects of building maintenance, be proactive by identifying issues before they can become a bigger problem.
Must be able to use good judgment in how to appropriately make repairs efficiently and effectively.
Experience sending and receiving emails.
Certification in use of Genie aerial work lift required within the first three (3) months of employment (training will be provided).
Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
Flexible to work additional hours and adjusted shift times, on occasion, when needed.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are not able to sponsor visas for this position.

This position will work in-person at our Midtown Manhattan office, Monday through Friday, 7AM – 4PM (40-hour workweek), with occasional overtime and weekend work as needed.

This is a 32BJ SEIU position with a starting hourly rate of $26.15475 with some flexibility for higher rates up to $34.798 based on prior directly relevant work experience; additional pay for any work hours over 40 each week, when needed. Non-members of 32BJ will be required to join the Union after 30 days of employment. Pay, benefits and other employment terms and conditions are determined by the 32BJ SEIU contract.

To apply: Qualified applicants should submit a resume when applying. Applications will be considered when received, on a rolling basis, until a qualified candidate is hired.

PLEASE NOTE: The City Bar will require three (3) professional references, during the hiring process, for candidates being given serious consideration.

We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and unique experiences to apply. We welcome diversity of all kinds. It is the policy of the City Bar to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, disability, arrest or conviction record, pregnancy, credit history, salary history, caregiver status, marital status, partnership status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, religion, sex, genetic information, military status, unemployment status or any other characteristic as protected by law. With regard to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other related laws, the organization will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for persons due to their religious beliefs, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition or because the individual was a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking.

About the company

The New York City Bar Association is a voluntary group of about 24,000 lawyers dedicated to upholding high ethical standards in the legal profession, promoting reform of laws, and serving both the profession and the public. It achieves this through hundreds of reports and events from its 150 committees, a Legal Referral Service that connects vetted lawyers with clients, and centers that offer continuing legal education (CLE) and pro bono legal aid through the City Bar Justice Center. Its goals are to protect the public welfare, improve the law, and provide useful services to lawyers and the community.

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What believers are saying

August 17, 2026 formal opinion on ethical AI use expands timely authority.
September 29, 2026 rule-of-law videos already earned positive member response.
September 22, 2026 horse-carriage push and August election statement broaden public relevance.

What critics are saying

The Law Is Ours is funded only through December 2026, forcing a near-term reset.
Repeated fights over Todd Blanche and Trump actions risk partisan branding backlash.
Perceived partisan advocacy erodes its neutral convening role and member trust.

What makes NYC Bar Association unique

Matthew Diller links rule-of-law advocacy, access to justice, and AI policy in 2026.
The Law Is Ours uses 60-second videos on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
NYC Bar pairs committee-backed reports with amicus briefs and legislative agendas.

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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Hybrid Work Options

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