Title: Maintainer (Maintenance) | |
Application Deadline is October 5th, 2026 |
Position Summary Perform routine maintenance and repair of buildings and related work across all Garden properties, including the perimeter fence. The primary responsibilities of a maintainer include Painting, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Masonry, shop work, and automotive repairs. Specific Duties & 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 of new structures or items.
- Maintain all maintenance shops and storage rooms in an orderly fashion and comply 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 maintain 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, including but not limited to snow blowers and shovels.
- Participate in all training provided by the Garden
- Perform other job–related duties as assigned.
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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.
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Physical Demand & Work Environment - Ability to move up to 50 pounds and lift overhead, stand for long periods of time, and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
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Work Schedule - Thursday-Monday, 8 AM - 4 PM
Regular Days Off: Tuesday and Wednesday |
Salary - $53,997 *(62,097)
- *Current Garden union employees that have been employed for 2 years qualify for the higher salary rate. If a non-Garden and non-union applicant is appointed, they will be eligible to advance to the higher incumbent rate after two years
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Benefits - 15 Vacation Days
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 10 Sick Days
- Health Coverage
- 401K
- Pension Plan
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If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at HR@nybg.org |
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