THIS IS A TEMPORARLY POSITION WITH DURATION FOR 2 YEARS.

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is the nation’s oldest and largest public housing authority with more than 177,000 apartments, and responsibility for administering a citywide Section 8 leased housing program that serves over 200,000 additional tenants. NYCHA’s mission is to provide quality housing for New Yorkers that is sustainable, inclusive, and safe, while fostering opportunities for economic mobility.

The Healthy Homes Office of Mold Assessment and Remediation (OMAR) is seeking qualified Carpenter Supervisor to join the Enhanced Oversight Program Plus (EOP Plus). This program addresses mold and leak repair backlogs. As part of a 30+ member Temporary staff consisting of Bricklayers, Carpenters, Painters, and Plumbers, selected candidates will work at various developments across the city, focusing on resolving work orders older than 100 days and contributing to the reduction of backlogs and improved response times.

In this role, Carpenter Supervisor expertise will be applied to address critical mold and leak repair needs, ensuring repairs are completed efficiently with faster response times. The program will focus efforts on specific sites where the work will directly impact site maintenance and the overall quality of living for residents.

Under general supervision, the Carpenter Supervisor will be part of a specialized team addressing mold and leak repairs citywide as part of the Enhanced Oversight Program Plus. Duties will include, but are not limited to:

1. Supervise and coordinate daily activities of carpenters and other assigned personnel.
2. Plan, assign and review work to ensure it meets project specifications and quality standards.
3. Interpret blueprints, drawings, and project documents to guide carpentry tasks.
4. Ensure proper use and maintenance of carpentry tools, equipment, and materials.
5. Monitor work progress and make adjustments to schedules as needed.
6. Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes.
7. Train, mentoring, and providing technical guidance to carpenters.
8. Enforce safety protocols and promote a safe work environment.
9. Communicate with project managers, contractors, and other trades to coordinate activities.
10. Assist with material procurement and inventory management for carpentry needs.

Additional information
1. 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).
2. 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: 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 visit 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.

SUPERVISOR CARPENTER - 92071

1. Seven (7) years of recent, satisfactory, full time, paid experience as a carpenter, at least two (2) years of which must have been spent in duties of a supervisory nature; or
2. A satisfactory equivalent.

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.