Location: Brooklyn, NY - Onsite

The key handyman responsibilities are the following:

• Electrical work: Minor electrical repairs. This may include replacing lighting fixtures, socket outlets, or light switches. They also try to troubleshoot minor electrical issues, such as blown fuses.
• Plumbing repairs: Fixing plumbing problems such as clogged drains, leaky taps, or broken pipes. A handyman may also be required to install fixtures, such as toilets and sinks.
• Carpentry: This may involve assembling furniture and building shelves, repairing doors, and mending broken fences. Generally, a handyman should be able to handle minor carpentry work.
• Painting: Painting or retouching surfaces in residential and commercial buildings. Tasks may also extend to repairing drywall.
• General Maintenance: This may include odd jobs like repairing windows, installing blinds or curtains, fixing small appliances, or replacing filters in HVAC systems.

In addition, a handyman may also be responsible for keeping detailed and accurate records of inspections, maintenance works, and repairs carried out.

Common requirements for a handyman:

• A high school diploma or GED. This provides some assurance of a basic understanding of the job demands and required communication skills.
• Some professional certification. Depending on specific local laws, a handyman may not need certifications to work, but it helps to have some professional certification in one area or another.
• Fitness requirements. Heavy lifting, climbing, bending, and reaching, which requires a certain level of physical fitness.

Also, here are some must-have skills for an effective handyman:

• Good communication skills

Handymen must be able to listen accurately to client needs and communicate solutions, costs, and timelines clearly to avoid confusion.

• Proper time management

A handyman typically needs to service multiple clients in one day. As a result, proper time management is crucial to ensuring punctuality, minimal client inconvenience, and maximized revenue.

• Proficiency with hand and power tools

Every handyman project requires the use of hand and power tools. Therefore, an effective handyman must be familiar with all essential tools.

• Problemsolving abilities

Many repair tasks involve troubleshooting, which means that a good handyman should be able to diagnose and resolve issues quickly and accurately.

• Attention to detail

High attention to detail ensures thorough repairs or maintenance works and reduces the chances of mistakes or accidents, improving customer satisfaction.

• Customer service skills

Interacting with clients in a friendly, professional manner can enhance customer satisfaction and help build a loyal client base.

Primary responsibilities:

• Conducting routine facility inspections to identify any issues that need repair or maintenance.
• Carrying out routine or minor repair and maintenance tasks.
• Resolving minor electrical, plumbing, and HVAC issues, such as replacing light bulbs, fixing clogged pipes, or replacing AC filters.
• Handling carpentry jobs, such as installing furniture or repairing doors.
• Handling odd jobs around the facility.
• Using various hand and power tools without supervision.
• Detecting and reporting major maintenance or repair needs.
• Providing us with support and guidance on maintaining equipment.
• Managing an accurate inventory of repair supplies and maintenance equipment to ensure that all stocks are replenished on time.
• Keeping an accurate record of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• A minimum of 2 years working experience in a similar role
• Extensive experience with plumbing and electrical systems
• A working knowledge of common hardware tools and power equipment
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent problemsolving abilities

Educational/certification requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification required

Environmental conditions:

• Exposure to weather elements like rain, snow, heat, or cold during outdoor tasks.
• Occasional work in tight or confined spaces (crawl spaces, attics, basements).
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials, such as chemicals, dust, or mold.
• Working at height on ladders.
• Loud noises from power tools.

Physical requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
• Manual dexterity and precision in the use of hand and power tools.
• Good balance, stamina, and strength for prolonged physical labor.
• Ability to work in awkward positions or tight spaces.
• Must be able to climb ladders or work at height.

About ELH Maintenance LLC

ELH Mgmt. LLC is a full-service, solution-driven real estate company with unmatched expertise in building, acquiring, preserving and managing affordable housing throughout New York City. By transforming the built environment to create new housing opportunities, ELH seeks to empower the residents who call our properties home and stabilize the neighborhoods in which we operate.