CARETAKER P (HA)

These are temporary positions with a duration of 18 months with possibility of extension.The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is the nations 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. NYCHAs mission is to provide quality housing for New Yorkers that is sustainable, inclusive, and safe, while fostering opportunities for economic mobility.The Healthy Homes Department seeks Caretaker Ps to perform the following:1. Mix plastering materials properly.2. Apply plastering materials to interior and exterior surfaces (use of hawk, trowel, Darby, slicker; working of dots and screeds); apply plaster coats (scratch, brown and finish).3. Lath and plaster bases (channel iron, wire lath, etc.)4. Perform dust control and clean up.Caretaker Ps appointed are encouraged to gain the knowledge required for career advancement to Plasterer.NOTE: Employees will be required to pass an assessment for job skill competency prior to being appointed. NOTE: Assignments will be made throughout the five boroughs.Additional Information1. For NYCHA employees: A letter of recommendation from your supervisor must be submitted with your resume.2. NYCHA 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 Retirement System (NYCERS).Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.