Job Description THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION FOR 5 YEARS. The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is the nation’s largest public housing authority, with an operating budget of $3.3 billion and approximately 10,600 employees who manage and maintain 326 developments that house over 400,000 residents. NYCHA also operates the country’s largest Section 8 program, which provides rental assistance to over 200,000 additional families. The Asbestos Department provides essential and specialized services that support the maintenance and operation of NYCHA's developments. The Department provides technical assistance for routine and emergencies to NYCHA personnel in the fields of asbestos and is responsible for investigating testing, and abatement of Asbestos-related materials. Under the direction of the Asbestos Supervisor(s)/Asbestos Handlers/Asbestos Investigators and with wide latitude for independent initiative, judgment and decision-making, the selected candidate's duties will include, but not be limited to the following: 1. Remove building hardware such as sink, shower panel, kitchen base cabinet, shelving, other furniture, and equipment. 2. Survey the apartment including make work area sketches with measurements to allow for asbestos abatement/inspections to be conducted. 3. Assist in minor electrical instrument hook-ups. 4. Prepare reports and keep records. 5. Operate a motor vehicle to travel to and from work sites. Additional Information 1. Due to the existence of a civil service list, candidates must have permanent civil service status in the title of Maintenance Worker to be considered. 1. For NYCHA employees: This position is open on a direct transfer (lateral) basis. 2. NYCHA employees applying for promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable). 3. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply. NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS). NOTE: A driver’s license is required for this position. NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please click on the link below: https://bit.ly/55aProgram Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position. MAINTENANCE WORKER - 90698 Qualifications 1. Three years of full-time satisfactory experience as a mechanic, journeyperson or helper in the electrical trades, the mechanical trades, or the construction or maintenance of buildings; or 2. At least two years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above plus sufficient full-time training or education in the electrical, mechanical or construction trades in a trade school, technical school or vocational high school to make up the equivalent of three years of acceptable experience. Six months of experience will be credited for each year of full-time acceptable training or education. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Salary Min: $ 35.06 Salary Max: $ 35.06