CITY LABORER
CityOfNewYork
Posted: February 26, 2026
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Quick Summary
The City Laborer will assist in routine maintenance and repair work, working under the supervision of the Carpenter supervisor.
Required Skills
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Carpenter supervisor, candidate will assist Lead Hazard Control Department Skilled Trades and Carpenter Supervisor who will oversee the movement of inventory, supply and material distribution to areas around the five boroughs, to ensure special assignments, emergencies, and ad-hoc resident requests are addressed accordingly to maximize safety and service to NYCHA residents.
Under general supervision, City Laborer workers at Lead Hazard Control Department will perform common laboring work assisting in routine maintenance and repair work, performing related work.
Duties shall include, but not limited to the following:
1. Perform labor requiring physical strength in the support of maintenance functions on NYCHA properties.
2. Move, lift, and carry items of various weight and sizes.
3. May utilize hand or power-driven equipment in the performance of duties.
4. May be required to operate motor vehicles in connection with the performance of duties.
5. May oversee the daily activity of other laborers in the performance of their duties.
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 Employee’ Retirement System (NYCERS).
Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.
CITY LABORER - 90702
1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.
2. There are certain medical and physical requirements.
License Requirements
Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York.
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.