Temporary Hall Cleaner

Carnegie Hall • New York, NY

2d

About The Position

The Temporary Hall Cleaner maintains a high standard of cleanliness throughout assigned Carnegie Hall venues, backstage areas, and performance-related spaces. Reporting to the Front-of-House Manager, this role is part of a team supporting welcoming, clean, and safe experiences for audiences, guests, and staff. This is a temporary union position under the agreement between Carnegie Hall and SEIU-32BJ.

Schedules are based on Carnegie Hall’s production calendar and typically consist of five eight-hour shifts per week. The role requires flexibility to work varied shifts and adjust schedules as operational needs arise, including additional hours between matinee and evening performances. Overtime is compensated at one and one-half times the hourly rate. Scheduling is determined by the Front-of-House Manager. The hourly rate is $24.30, and the anticipated start date is November 23, 2026.

Requirements

• Previous experience in custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or maintenance work.
• Positive, proactive attitude, with initiative and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
• Strong work ethic and ability to complete tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
• Experience inspecting venues and connecting spaces to maintain high standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with supervisors, management, and coworkers.
• Ability to coordinate tasks according to a frequently updated schedule.
• Excellent time-management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned spaces, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and polishing floors, removing trash, and completing additional tasks as needed.
• Help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for audiences, guests, and staff.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully, valuing safety, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Work with the Head Cleaner and Assistant Head Cleaners, following guidance on assignments, schedule changes, and performance expectations while maintaining open communication.
• Adapt to operational needs, including overtime and schedule adjustments.
• Arrive on time and prepared for each scheduled shift.
• Follow all safety policies and best practices.
• Perform the physical activities required to complete assigned work, including standing, walking, lifting, and bending.
• Work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays, according to operational needs.

What This Job Offers

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