General Maintenance Worker Jobs in New York

General Maintenance Worker jobs in New York are among the most consistently active in the region, concentrated in commercial real estate, multifamily housing, healthcare facilities, and public-sector infrastructure at every level from entry-level building attendant to lead facilities technician. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, with major employers including the New York City Housing Authority, Cushman & Wakefield, and NYU Langone Health maintaining ongoing general maintenance worker openings. The most in-demand specialties are HVAC-assist work, plumbing and electrical troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance for large building systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles7
Top employerSodexo
Top cityBuffalo, NY
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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General Maintenance Worker
Minnesota State
Rochester, New York
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$20.87 - $29.73/hr

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General Maintenance Worker
Sodexo
Buffalo, New York
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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General Maintenance Worker - Facilities Engineering - Full Time, Days
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General Maintenance Worker - Facilities Engineering - Full Time, Days
NYU Langone Health
Patchogue, New York
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$79k - $87k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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General Maintenance Worker [HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing]
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General Maintenance Worker [HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing]
Action Facilities Management, Inc.
Alexandria Bay, New York
Customer Service
Customer Support
$24 - $28.93/hr
High school diploma or GED

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General Maintenance Worker
Camp Kinder Ring
Hopewell Junction, New York
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$50k - $65k/yr
On-Site

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General Maintenance Worker Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Buffalo
2 jobs
Patchogue
1 job
Rochester
1 job
West Windsor
1 job
Alexandria Bay
1 job
Hopewell Junction
1 job

General Maintenance Worker Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Sodexo1 open role
Minnesota State1 open role
Camp Kinder Ring1 open role

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in general maintenance worker jobs across New York.

  • High school diploma or GED required by most New York employers
  • Demonstrated experience with plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and work orders accurately
  • Valid New York driver's license for facilities and multi-site roles
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and New York building codes
  • Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined spaces

General Maintenance Worker Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a general maintenance worker in New York?

Most general maintenance worker positions in New York require a high school diploma or GED and hands-on experience with building systems. New York does not issue a single statewide general maintenance license, but roles involving electrical work above a threshold require a New York State licensed electrician to supervise, and many employers expect candidates to hold an EPA 608 certification for refrigerant handling. Vocational programs at BOCES and community colleges across New York provide the technical training most employers look for.

Which companies hire general maintenance workers in New York?

New York general maintenance worker roles are posted by Sodexo, Minnesota State, and Camp Kinder Ring and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's concentration of large residential complexes, hospital networks, and public institutions means steady openings across both unionized and non-union facilities throughout the state.

Which New York cities have the most general maintenance worker jobs?

Buffalo, Patchogue, and Rochester have the most general maintenance worker openings in New York. New York City drives the largest share because of its dense stock of commercial towers, public housing developments, and healthcare campuses, while Buffalo and Albany generate consistent demand through municipal buildings, university facilities, and regional hospital systems that operate year-round maintenance departments.

Are there remote general maintenance worker jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of general maintenance worker openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, on-site nature of the role. The small share of remote-eligible work tends to involve facilities coordination, maintenance scheduling, or vendor management rather than direct physical repairs.

How can I get hired as a general maintenance worker in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a building porter, custodian, or facilities assistant role with large New York property management firms or public-sector employers like the New York City Housing Authority or the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, both of which hire at the entry level. BOCES vocational programs across the state offer short-term certificates in building maintenance trades that give candidates a measurable edge. Lateral moves from janitorial or grounds-keeping positions are common and recognized by most New York hiring managers.

Where can I find and apply to general maintenance worker jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to general maintenance worker jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, location, and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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