What are the responsibilities and job description for the Handyman (Other) - 32BJ @ Pier 57 (copy) position at RXR?

RXR is an innovative real estate investment manager, operator, developer, and place-maker committed to applying a customer and community-centered approach to acquiring, operating, and building properties and to providing services and products that create enduring value for all stakeholders. Headquartered in New York with a nationally-scaled platform, RXR is a 450 person, vertically integrated investment manager with expertise in a wide array of value creation activities, including acquisitions, asset and portfolio management, property operations, development, construction, leasing, and technological innovation. RXR is an active investor in real estate credit, rental housing, commercial property, and property technology through value-added and opportunistic investment strategies.

The RXR platform manages 93 commercial real estate properties and investments with an aggregate gross asset value of approximately $18 billion, comprising approximately 30.5 million square feet of commercial properties, a multi-family residential portfolio of approximately 9,400 units under operation or development, and control of development rights for an additional approximately 3,000 multi-family and for sale units as of December 31, 2023. Gross asset value compiled by RXR in accordance with company fair value measurement policy and is comprised of capital invested by RXR and its partners, as well as leverage.

The handyman is the face of RXR Management in attending to the day to day operation of the property. Responsibilities include responding to a tenant service request in an efficient, friendly, and responsible manner. They must be reliable, able to work on their own or as directed by the Building Manager & Superintendent. Perform maintenance and repairs, painting, cleaning, and other tasks required for keeping this building and its equipment in good working order. This is a 32 BJ position and will be classified in the union as ‘Other’ located at our Pier 57 property.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following, other duties may be assigned.

Monitor operation of building equipment, listing temperature and pressure readings
Take appropriate actions to correct any out-of-range conditions
Perform chemical tests on Cooling tower and Boiler water, as necessary. Add chemicals as required
Perform HVAC maintenance tasks such as: repair or replace pumps, motors, compressors, change oil, air filters, grease bearings, replace drive belts checking for proper alignment, etc
Able to replace lighting ballasts and bulbs working off a 12 ft ladder or up to 24 ft on a lift.
Plumbing repairs include repacking of steam or water valves, repair of flushometers, faucets, and opening clogged drains by using an electric snake. Thread pipe
Quickly respond to tenant requests for service
Daily record meter readings for electric, water and overtime heat
Painting of equipment and machinery rooms
List any items needed to order to keep adequate stock of tools, parts, and fittings
Work on projects as directed individually or as part of a team.
Work extra hours as required for building operations, vacation relief, Holidays
Handyman must be an efficient, motivated hard worker. Prompt and reliable
Have some basic computer skills in excel and word
Be service-oriented; be willing to go the “extra mile” to satisfy a tenant’s request for service
Have a thorough knowledge of the building and MEP equipment
Must be capable of dealing calmly and efficiently during emergency situations.
Able to perform all work utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE) while following all OSHA guidelines and safety precautions.
All work, projects, and jobs as assigned

Essential Physical Abilities:

Ability to visually inspect machinery.
Ability to walk up and downstairs for inspections and emergency procedure practice and/or implementation.
Ability to detect emergency alarms and alarm conditions – by auditory, visual, and olfactory senses.
Ability to inspect equipment located on roofs or other high places.
Ability to climb to the roof of the building using stairways during conditions of power loss and during other emergencies.
Ability to work on hands and knees for inspection, repair, or maintenance of equipment located low to the roof, floor slabs or ground.
Ability to work weekends and extended hours.
Ability to respond 24/7 to building emergencies
Ability to climb ladders to conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
Ability to move heavy objects with the aid of appropriate tools and equipment.
Ability to carry heavy objects, such as five (5) gallon pails up several flights of stairs

Ideal Licensing Requirements

A35 Operate and Maintain Air Compressors