Porter (Part Time) - Anthony Ave

Jericho Project•New York, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Jericho Project is seeking an experienced part-time Porter for Anthony Avenue, a supportive-housing building with 85 single-room-occupancy units: 22 for young adults ages 18–25 and 63 for single adults. The Porter maintains the building and surrounding areas, including common spaces, sidewalks, yards, roofs, and fire escapes. The role may require work outside regular hours for emergencies and special situations.

Requirements

One year of maintenance experience.
Ability to understand and complete oral and written instructions.
Ability to lift 50 or more pounds.
Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and deal with change, delays, or unexpected events.
Professionalism and ability to react well under pressure.
Ability to read, write, and interpret English and respond to common resident inquiries or complaints.
Ability to travel to various sites.
Ability to speak, hear, see, and write, and to use a computer and related software programs.

Responsibilities

Sweep and mop the lobby, hallways, and stairs daily and as needed.
Clean sidewalks up to 18 inches into the street.
Clean bathrooms and common areas.
Empty office trash; clean compactor rooms at the end of each day; and wash down compactor chute doors daily from the roof down, depending on site requirements.
Put garbage on the sidewalk or curb according to the Department of Sanitation pickup schedule.
Clean front, rear, and side yards.
Keep roofs and drains clean.
Keep fire escapes clean and free of debris.
Clean windows, glass entrance doors, window sills, and radiators daily.
Paint over graffiti, repair holes in stairways, and clean up after completing the work.
Touch up plastering and painting as needed at sites.
Remove snow and ice as needed.
Assist the Superintendent or Handyperson when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.