Building Operations & Maintenance
Caretaker P (HA)
$38,291 – $53,779 / yr
Posted until October 8, 2026 · posted September 18, 2026
≈ $18.41/hr equivalent · $1,473 every 2 weeks, before taxes.
That is above NYC's $17/hr minimum wage, plus city benefits.
Requirements
No education or experience needed
Exam
No exam for this title
Where
Nostrand (Trust Services)
Openings
1
Check yourself
What they actually ask for.
No education or experience required
Qualification Requirements There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.
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The work
What the job is.
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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. Lathing and plastering 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. Additional Information: 1. 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 qualification requirements before applying to this position
Before you apply
The fine print.
Where you have to live
NYCHA has no residency requirements.
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Proof
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From NYC Open Data, as the city processed it on September 21, 2026. Postings change daily. Confirm on the official posting before you rely on anything here.
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