• Maintainer

    New York Botanical Garden (Bronx, NY)


    Application deadline for this position is August 13th , 202 5

    Position Summary

    The Maintainer performs routine maintenance and repair of building and performance of related work in all Garden properties including perimeter fence. The primary responsibility of a maintainer includes Painting, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Masonry, shop work and automotive repairs.

     

    Specific duties and Responsibilities

     

    + Fulfill assigned work orders. Ability to take direction from management and effectively communicate with managers, team members and garden staff.

    + Execute new projects from inception to completion related to the construction or fabrication or new structures or items.

    + Maintain all maintenance shops, storage rooms in an orderly fashion and complies with Garden safety regulations.

    + Monitor the work of Assistant Maintainers and ensure all assigned projects are completed safely and satisfactorily.

    + Maintain records, inventory, and prepare reports on work completed and materials used

    + Inspect tools, equipment and vehicles and maintains supply inventory

    + Demonstrate proficiency in working on ladders, lifts and other work platforms

    + Perform office moves and assemble/ move/ deliver furniture and supplies

    + Set up tables, chairs, tents, stages and equipment for Garden related events

    + Perform snow removal by using all types of snow clearing equipment included but not limited to snow blowers and shovels.

    + Participate in all training provided by the Garden

    + Perform other job – related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    + 3-5 years of experience in general maintenance work, preferably in plumbing, masonry, carpentry and electrical. Must pass a written and practical exam and be able to work weekends.

    + Driver’s license required.

    + OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification required or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire date.

     

    Physical Demands and Work Environment

     

    Ability to move up to 50 pounds and work in a variety of weather conditions.

     

    Baseline Work Schedule

     

    Tuesday – Saturday with Sunday- Monday off, 4pm – 12am

     

    Salary: $53,997

    Benefits:

    + 15 Vacation Days

    + 12 Paid Holidays

    + 10 Sick Days

    + Health Coverage

    + 401K

    + Pension Plan

     

    If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [email protected] .

     

    EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans