Job Description

Division/Program Summary Description: Plant Operations is committed to supporting the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's focus on protecting and promoting the health of all New Yorkers by providing comprehensive building services. These services include multiple building trades responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the agency's owned and leased sites. Position Summary: The City Laborer, reporting directly to the Field and Facility Manager of Plant Operations, is critical to the continuation of public health services by assisting the maintenance team in maintaining, adjusting, and making minor repairs of building hardware, furniture, shelving, equipment and attend to building emergencies.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

Operate DOHMH vehicles to transport equipment and supplies to various job sites.
Load and unload trucks of materials, supplies equipment, furniture, tools and associated items.
Utilize forklifts, portable jacks, and electric jacks, to complete moving jobs and other assignments.
Assist in storing, arranging, or re-arranging inventory and equipment within the facility.

- Coordinate office relocations/salvage- external moving jobs (relocating departmental programs). Remove disassembled partitions, office furniture and cabinets.

May perform demolition work.
Perform required maintenance on structures and engages in general maintenance and clean-up activities.
Assist skilled craftsmen. Actively participate in health preparedness and emergency activations. Performs all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
Preferred Skills
For appointment, candidates will be required to possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Why you should work for us:

Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

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.

Job ID

683280

Title code

90702

Civil service title

CITY LABORER

Title classification

Labor-3

Business title

City Laborer, Bureau Of Operations

Posted until

10/09/2025

Experience Level:
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job level

Number of positions

Work location

455 First Ave., N.Y.

Category:
Health

City Laborer, Bureau of Operations

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