Job Description
Under general supervision and wide latitude for independent decision-making, the ARBS will perform the following tasks and duties:
- Work with vendors which would include onsite inspections of vendor work, field site inspections prior to performing requested work, meet with various stakeholders to assess site plans.
- Work with a wide variety of skilled trades personnel which would include roofing, masonry, carpentry, electrical, grounds, fire safety systems (fire alarms, standpipes, underground systems, roof tanks, range hood suppression), building service and maintenance work, heating/hot water systems and plumbing.
- Coordinate with multiple trades to accomplish both routine and emergency work related to roofing, masonry, carpentry, electrical, grounds, fire safety, building service and maintenance work, heating/hot water systems and plumbing.
- Serve as liaison with Borough and Property Staff and other NYCHA Departments, i.e., (Elevator Services & Repair Department and Heating Management Services Department).
- Monitor Work Order in Maximo and TRD portal and deploying staff to address issues/concerns.
- Ordering of material and equipment for requested work and upkeeping inventory.
NOTE: IF THIS APPOINTMENT IS MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS PURSUANT TO 65 OF THE NYS CIVIL SERVICE LAW, NO TENURE OR PERMANENCE ACCRUES TO AN INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION BY VIRTUE OF SUCH APPOINTMENT.
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
Additional Information:
1. For NYCHA employees: this position is open as a promotional opportunity and on a direct transfer (lateral) basis.
2. For NYCHA employees: employees applying for transfer, 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
Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the qualification requirements before applying to this position.
ASSISTANT RESIDENT BUILDING SU - 80305
Minimum Qualifications
1. One year of permanent service in the title of Supervisor of Housing Caretakers, Heating Plant Technician (Housing Authority), Maintenance Worker or Supervising Housing Groundskeeper; or
2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, plus four years of experience in the operation, repair and maintenance of large tenanted buildings, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity over at least two employees. Higher education may be substituted for up to two years of this experience on the basis of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for each year of experience. However, all candidates must have at least two years of experience supervising at least two maintenance employees.
Preferred Skills
- At least 2 years working as an Assistant Resident Building Superintendent. - Working knowledge of heating and hot water systems to include any associated electrical systems. - Working knowledge of Copper/Silver Ionization Systems, Regulated Waste Clean-up and Industrial Hygiene. - Thorough working knowledge of Maximo, Movaris, Oracle and other systems integral to managing skilled trades work. - Ability to work independently.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
NYCHA has no residency requirements.
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.
Job ID
788269
Posted until
2026-09-02
Title code
80305
Civil service title
ASSISTANT RESIDENT BUILDING SU
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Asst. Supt
- Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
Central Shops
- Building Operations & Maintenance