Part-Time Custodian
About The Position
The Custodian maintains areas used by the BEST Program, including offices, activity rooms, reception, restrooms, hallways, kitchen and kitchen equipment, pantry, backyard and garden, and garbage disposal areas. The role supports general upkeep of the program site, delivery and food storage tasks, fire alarm and refrigeration monitoring, event setup, food pantry services, and maintenance coordination with NYCHA. The position is based in the Lower East Side of New York, NY, is scheduled for 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., with some weekends as needed, and pays $20 per hour. The stated start date is October 2026.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous custodial and/or maintenance experience.
- Ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
- Strong communication skills with staff and program participants.
- Ability to work independently and proactively address maintenance needs.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality, with flexibility to meet program scheduling needs.
- Certificate of Fitness for Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems (S-95).
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish and/or Chinese.
Responsibilities
- Perform general maintenance and daily upkeep of the entire program site.
- Maintain the kitchen, activity rooms, office equipment, and backyard; shovel snow during winter months.
- Collect trash daily.
- Sweep and mop floors daily.
- Sweep, buff, strip, and wax program floors quarterly.
- Transport materials to designated recycling areas.
- Receive and inspect food and supply deliveries for the BEST Program as needed.
- Store food and supply deliveries, ensuring there are no damaged or spoiled goods.
- Monitor and log refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily.
- Monitor and log fire alarm system status daily.
- Maintain and clean program equipment.
- Serve as liaison with NYCHA regarding maintenance requests, repairs, and ticket tracking.
- Assist with setup and breakdown for special events.
- Assist with food pantry packaging and support Older Adult Services as needed.
- Assist with food pantry delivery to homebound participants and conduct facility home visits if needed.
- Provide maintenance support for weekend events as required.
- Remain available during and after work hours for emergency situations such as leaks, flooding, or fire.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
