Porter_ 5251

BronxWorks • Bronx, NY

3d

About The Position

BronxWorks is hiring a Porter to support building maintenance, repairs, cleaning, unit turnovers, and facility operations. The role helps maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment for residents, staff, and visitors across the facility. The Porter works with technicians, the superintendent, team members, and leadership to complete repairs, prepare units for occupancy and inspections, and maintain facility standards.

Requirements

• At least two years of building maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in English.
• Strong maintenance skills.
• Ability to pass a physical skills test.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work with multiple agency personnel.
• Ability to climb and stand on a 15-foot ladder.
• Ability to lift, pull, push, and/or move at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, crouch, or sit for long periods.
• Ability to climb five flights of stairs and bend to retrieve objects.
• Ability to travel in New York City's boroughs and adjacent counties by public transportation.
• Ability to travel at least one mile within a reasonable amount of time in all types of weather, including inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in a second language.
• A valid driver's license from the state of residence, with fewer than three points acquired in the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Assist the technician and superintendent with repairs as needed, including light electrical repairs to appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, and circuits.
• Maintain familiarity with building systems, including their locations and how to turn them on and off.
• Participate in unit renovations and turnovers, including packing, cleaning, patching and repairing, painting, and floor care.
• Perform facility painting and grounds work as needed, including removing trash and keeping the sidewalk clear of garbage and debris.
• Follow procedures and OSHA safety guidelines, including using appropriate personal protective equipment and chemicals.
• Maintain required floor inventory, including gloves, bags, mops, brooms, and PPE, and complete inventory forms for needed items.
• Maintain facility cleanliness in compliance with DOHMH and OSHA guidelines.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, empty trash, clean windows, and perform other regular cleaning throughout the facility, including offices, recreation areas, and childcare areas.
• Clean all bathrooms twice a day and clean the staff kitchen daily; clean the refrigerator and stove weekly.
• Sweep floors daily, mop all areas, and buff and wax floors throughout the building as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of the laundry room, including vent cleaning.
• Set up and break down small and large events held throughout the building.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and participate in skills and required staff trainings, including mandated reporter and OSHA standards training.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to restore units for occupancy, facilitate repairs, and prepare for inspections.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager.

What This Job Offers

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