Custodian PT

Brooklyn Academy Of Music; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) seeks a part-time, on-call Custodian to maintain a clean, safe environment for staff, artists and patrons at the Peter Jay Sharp Building in Brooklyn.

The role involves heavy cleaning, floor maintenance, snow removal and handling service requests, with required shifts and potential overtime. The position supports the facilities team in delivering a welcoming venue for BAM's diverse programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be willing to work overtime.
• Must be willing and able to work all shifts.
• Two years of custodial experience with floor maintenance equipment.
• Able to do extensive walking, lifting, stairs and ladder climbing.
• Able to exert up to 50 pounds of force.
• Ability to read and interpret safety manuals and operating procedures.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Heavy and light cleaning and high dusting of offices, theaters, public spaces, restrooms, sidewalks and exteriors.
• Snow removal and operation of snow blowers.
• Move heavy objects as needed.
• Operate floor maintenance equipment such as buffers, shampooers, burnishers, etc.
• Receive and respond to service requests during the shift.
• Process electronic work orders and documentation as assigned.
• Attend job-related skills and safety training as scheduled by the Academy.
• Preservation and safekeeping of custodial materials and equipment.

Skills

High school diploma

Overtime willingness

Shift flexibility

Custodial experience

Lifting up to 50 lb

Equipment operation

Reading safety docs

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Floor buffers

Shampooers

Burnishers

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Peter Jay Sharp Building - Brooklyn, NY 11217Position Type: Part-TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 HourlyJob Category: Facilities

Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)is a multi-disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities. With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.

The Facilities team is seeking aPT/On-Call Custodianto work in the Facilities Department. The PT/On-Call Custodian will provide a clean environment for BAM staff, artists, patrons, and other guests by collaborating and consulting with others on the custodial staff, Custodial Supervisor and Facilities Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Heavy and light cleaning and high dusting of offices, movie theaters, public spaces, restrooms, sidewalks and building exteriors
• Snow removal and operation of snow blowers
• Move heavy objects
• Operate floor maintenance equipment such as buffers, shampooers, burnishers, etc.
• Receives and responds to all service request calls during the shift
• Process electronic work orders and other documentation as assigned
• Attend job-related skills and safety training as scheduled by the Academy
• Preservation and safekeeping of all custodial materials and equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be willing to work overtime, as required
• Must be willing and able to work all shifts
• Two years of custodial experience with floor maintenance equipment
• Able to do excessive walking, lifting, stair and ladder climbing
• Able to exert up to 50 pounds of force
• Demonstrated ability to operate all equipment currently in use
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety manuals, and operating and maintenance procedures
• Appropriate written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills (email, internet, etc.)
• Ability to multi-task while working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to calmly interact with patrons/employees
• Willingness to handle shifting task priorities

Compensation

$18/hour - nonexempt, Eligible for Sick and Safe Time. 15-30 hours per week. Weekends are a must!

Internal Applicants

• Completed at least 1 year of continuous, active service in current position. (Positions excluded include, but are not limited to, temporary assignments, and probationary employees);
• Meet the experience and skills requirement as outlined in the job post;
• Be employed in current position for at least one year;
• Performed in a satisfactory manner without any corrective actions in the last 12 months

Brooklyn Academy of Music is currently undergoing an anti-oppression process. BAM recognizes that historic institutional practices lead to a non-inclusive environment and is working to address diversity and inclusion in all forms. Individuals in BAM are experiencing their own pace during this process, which is not uncommon when addressing power and privilege. The Facilities department supports and continues to take part in this process.