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Handyperson C

Facilities Operations

Handyperson C

  • 558770
  • New York
  • Facilities Operations
  • Full Time
  • Opening on: Aug 3 2026
  • Ungraded
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  • Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union
  • Bargaining Unit:
  • Regular/Temporary: Regular
  • End Date if Temporary:
  • Hours Per Week: 40
  • Standard Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Building:
  • Salary Range: $30.60 - $30.60
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
 

Position Summary

The Handyperson is responsible for minor building and grounds repairs and preventive maintenance for several medium-sized apartment buildings


Responsibilities

  • Performs minor carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and plastering work.
  • Inspects building and equipment.
  • Performs preventive maintenance to ensure proper working conditions.
  • Removes snow and spreads salt as needed.
  • In the absence of a building superintendent, may assist with the supervision of building employees and arrange work schedules.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School diploma and/or the equivalent required.
  • Three years of related experience required.
  • Some heavy lifting may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Some supervisory experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

 

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