[UNION] Porter

Cushman & Wakefield • New York, NY

3d • $20 - $24

About The Position

The Porter is responsible for general inspection, cleaning, and stocking supplies in common areas inside and outside the assigned building or property. The role responds to building requests, maintains cleanliness in lobbies, elevators, entrances, outdoor spaces, restrooms, break areas, dumpster areas, and loading docks as applicable, and reports maintenance issues or cleaning inadequacies to the management office. The position also involves moving boxes and lightweight furnishings, assisting with snow removal where applicable, and checking in with the management office for work orders.

The work takes place in a professional office environment and regularly involves travel between properties outdoors in varying weather conditions. The position requires physical activity including standing, stooping, climbing, crouching, reaching, and frequently lifting at least 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to stoop, stand, and climb.
• Ability to frequently lift a minimum of 50 pounds of equipment and safely install rigging or lifting devices.
• Ability to crouch and reach, including bending at the waist or bending the legs and spine to install or move equipment.
• Ability to move between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand.
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing.
• Ability to use vision to read printed material, drawings, and schematics.
• Communication proficiency, both oral and written.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Customer focus.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Some cleaning experience and basic mechanical knowledge are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Respond to building requests, as instructed.
• Observe and maintain lobby areas for cleanliness.
• Monitor and maintain elevators, including vacuuming.
• Clean entrances, including glass walkways and thresholds.
• Clean outdoor furnishings, seating areas, and plazas.
• Patrol the building perimeter and remove trash and debris from grounds.
• Assist with snow removal, salting, and sanding where applicable to the property.
• Inspect restrooms, clean as necessary, and restock paper and soap products.
• Report stained ceiling tiles and roof leaks to the management office.
• Report maintenance problems to the management office.
• Move boxes and lightweight furnishings such as chairs, lamps, and end tables.
• Inspect lunchrooms, cafeterias, and break areas and clean as necessary.
• Periodically check and empty cigarette receptacles at the building exterior.
• Inspect dumpster areas for debris and ensure scheduled pickup has occurred.
• Maintain loading dock cleanliness, if applicable.
• Check in with the management office for work orders.
• Report cleaning inadequacies.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance programs; and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed