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Homes for the Homeless Housekeeper/Porter - Longwood in Bronx, New York
HOUSEKEEPER/PORTER
We are excited to invite a passionate and experienced Porter to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for an experienced Porter for our Families w/ Children facility in the Longwood area of the Bronx. As the Porter, you will play a pivotal role in our organization, ensuring a clean, well-maintained, and safe environment for our families in the facility. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.
ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC.
Homes for the Homeless, Inc. (HFH) is a non-profit social services organization operating family shelters throughout NYC that serve as a hub of opportunity for families both residing in the shelters as well as those in the neighboring community. On-site programs range from childcare, early childhood education centers, after-school clubs and programs, and youth recreation activities, such as sports teams, to housing assistance, case management, parenting workshops, career and job vocational training, support groups and substance abuse assistance, and family engagement and recreation events for the whole family. We invite you to visit our website, www.hfhnyc.org to learn more about our facilities and programs.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Homes for the Homeless is searching for full-time Custodians/Porters to join our team to ensure our families have a clean and safe environment to temporarily call home. This vacancy is at our transitional housing facility for families with children who live at our Allie’s Place Family Residence.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs general cleaning and custodial duties in the common areas of the building.
Performs minor repairs and maintenance such as replacing light fixtures or unclogging pipes.
Assists in cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and cafeteria.
Performs limited grounds maintenance such as mowing and trimming lawns and hedges and cleaning snow from sidewalks.
Ensures heating and cooling systems are operational.
Ensures cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked.
Vacuum, sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors using brooms, mops or powered machines to strip floors.
Washes windows, glass partitions, and mirrors
Assist with Laundry Services.
Clean and turnover housing units.
Dust and Disinfect furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
Assists in examining the building for safety hazards; reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor, Director of Building Operations, and/or Administrator of the Facility.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience with custodial work.
Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
Prolonged periods of standing.
Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift up to 60 pounds at a time.
COMPENSATION/EEO:
In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employee-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays.
Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.
SALARY:
$35,000