What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintainer position at New York Botanical Garden?
Application deadline for this position is October 9th , 2025
Basic Job Function
Perform routine maintenance and repair of building and performance of related work in all Garden properties including perimeter fence. The primary responsibility of a maintainer includes Painting, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Masonry, shop work and automotive repairs.
Specific duties and Responsibilities
Ability to move up to 50 pounds and work in a variety of weather conditions.
Baseline Work Schedule
Tuesday – Saturday with Sunday- Monday off, 4pm – 12am
Salary: $53,997
Benefits:
EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans
Basic Job Function
Perform routine maintenance and repair of building and performance of related work in all Garden properties including perimeter fence. The primary responsibility of a maintainer includes Painting, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Masonry, shop work and automotive repairs.
Specific duties and Responsibilities
- Fulfill assigned work orders. Ability to take direction from management and effectively communicate with managers, team members and garden staff.
- Execute new projects from inception to completion related to the construction or fabrication or new structures or items.
- Maintain all maintenance shops, storage rooms in an orderly fashion and complies with Garden safety regulations.
- Monitor the work of Assistant Maintainers and ensure all assigned projects are completed safely and satisfactorily.
- Maintain records, inventory, and prepare reports on work completed and materials used
- Inspect tools, equipment and vehicles and maintains supply inventory
- Demonstrate proficiency in working on ladders, lifts and other work platforms
- Perform office moves and assemble/ move/ deliver furniture and supplies
- Set up tables, chairs, tents, stages and equipment for Garden related events
- Perform snow removal by using all types of snow clearing equipment included but not limited to snow blowers and shovels.
- Participate in all training provided by the Garden
- Perform other job – related duties as assigned.
- 3-5 years of experience in general maintenance work, preferably in plumbing, masonry, carpentry and electrical. Must pass a written and practical exam and be able to work weekends.
- Driver’s license required.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification required or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire date.
Ability to move up to 50 pounds and work in a variety of weather conditions.
Baseline Work Schedule
Tuesday – Saturday with Sunday- Monday off, 4pm – 12am
Salary: $53,997
Benefits:
- 15 Vacation Days
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 10 Sick Days
- Health Coverage
- 401K
- Pension Plan
EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans
Salary : $53,997
