Porter (Corner House)

Intro/Program Description: Goddard Riverside is a well-established Manhattan community-based agency with an annual operating budget of approximately $ 50 million. Goddard Riverside is one of New York Citys leading human service organizations meeting the basic needs of children youth and families homeless people and older adults across Manhattan and New York City.

Purpose of Position: We are seeking a dependable motivated and detail-oriented Porter to join our Supportive Housing team. The porter is responsible for maintaining a safe clean functional and well-maintained supportive housing residence consisting of more than 50 residential units for adults including individuals with mobility impairments.

Schedule: Monday Friday Saturday (May require occasional evenings weekends or holidays based on operational needs)9:00am-5:00pm & 10:00am-6:00pm Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm

Hourly Rate: $19.00-$21.00/hr

Candidates must have the required qualifications to be considered for the position. The salaryoffer will be basedonthe candidates number of years experience in the exact orcomparableposition and additional preferred qualifications will be taken into account.

Role Responsibilities and Essential Duties

The Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness safety and appearance of the buildings interior and exterior while providing a welcoming environment for residents staff and visitors. The ideal candidate is reliable takes pride in their work and enjoys working in a team-oriented environment that serves individuals in supportive housing.

• Clean and maintain all common areas including hallways stairwells elevators lobby offices laundry rooms and community spaces.
• Sweep mop vacuum dust and sanitize assigned areas daily.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and replenish supplies.
• Remove trash and recycle from throughout the building.
• Maintain the exterior of the property including sidewalks entrances courtyards and parking areas.
• Assist with apartment turnovers by cleaning vacant units before move-in.
• Report maintenance issues safety hazards vandalism or building damage to management immediately.
• Assist maintenance staff with moving furniture supplies and equipment as needed.
• Remove snow and ice from walkways and entrances during winter weather as assigned.
• Ensure all cleaning equipment and supplies are properly maintained and stored.
• Follow all OSHA safety standards and agency policies.
• Interact respectfully and professionally with residents visitors vendors and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous porter janitorial or custodial experience preferred.
• Experience working in residential or supportive housing is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Able to lift 50lbs stand for extended periods walking distances climbing stairs operate required equipment power tools mechanical equipment etc. climb ladders enter and exit tight spaces. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organizations.

Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion creed gender national origin age disability marital or veteran status sexual orientationgender identityor any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job related task other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.