NEW YORK —
The New York City Housing Authority is seeking to fill various positions throughout the city.
Job seekers applying to be a caretaker do not need to meet any education requirements.
Job duties include driving development vehicles, assisting in debris pick-up, assisting in emergency snow removal in the winter, and preparing apartments for move-outs.
The salary range is $36,006 to $50,569. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive a manual transmission.
Click on the links below to apply:
- Caretaker X: Bronx (Job ID: 713771)
- Caretaker X: Bronx (Job ID: 713706)
- Caretaker X: Brooklyn (Job ID: 713163)
- Caretaker X: Brooklyn (Job ID: 713844)
- Caretaker X: Manhattan (Job ID: 713254)
- Caretaker X: Staten Island (Job ID: 713349)
The positions are listed on Jobs NYC, the official careers website of the City of New York.
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is currently hiring for a variety of entry-level positions, and in a welcome move for job seekers, no formal education requirements are needed to apply.
The agency, which manages the largest public housing system in the country, is seeking to fill roles across multiple departments — from maintenance and groundskeeping to custodial and support services. The hiring push comes as NYCHA works to address staffing shortages and improve living conditions across its properties citywide.
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“This is a great opportunity for individuals who may not have a high school diploma or GED but are ready and willing to work,” a NYCHA spokesperson said in a statement. “We’re focused on providing access to stable jobs with real growth potential, especially for those from the communities we serve.”
Positions Available
Some of the current open roles include:
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Caretaker J (grounds maintenance)
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City Laborer
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Maintenance Worker (Helper)
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Housing Assistant (entry-level clerical support)
Salaries for these roles generally range from $33,000 to over $50,000 annually, depending on the position and experience. Many jobs come with city benefits, including health insurance, paid vacation, and pension plans.
Who Can Apply?
According to NYCHA, most of these jobs are open to all city residents, regardless of educational background. While specific job requirements may vary, many roles require only that applicants be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the U.S.
Preference is often given to current NYCHA residents through city employment initiatives that aim to provide economic opportunities within public housing communities.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can search and apply for open positions through the NYC Jobs portal at nyc.gov/jobs, or visit NYCHA’s website directly. Job seekers can also attend local hiring fairs, some of which are hosted in partnership with community organizations and Workforce1 Career Centers.
A Pathway Forward
For many New Yorkers, especially those without formal education credentials, NYCHA’s hiring initiative represents more than just a paycheck — it’s a pathway to long-term stability.
“This is a real second chance for a lot of us,” said James T., a NYCHA resident who was recently hired as a maintenance worker after being unemployed for over a year. “I’ve got a steady job now, and it feels good to be building something for myself.”
With living costs rising and job competition intensifying, NYCHA’s no-education-needed jobs may offer a critical lifeline for many low-income residents seeking a fresh start.
