Custodian (Second Shift 2pm-1030pm)

Jewish Theological Seminary of America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Riverside Church is seeking a reliable Custodian for the 2nd shift (2pm-10:30pm) to perform routine cleaning and maintenance across the church facilities. Starting salary is $22.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, using floor machines, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, setting up rooms for events, pouring and breaking down spaces, and assisting with snow removal and lawn care as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred and minimum 2–5 years of facilities maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment and cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to multi-task and set up/break down rooms for events.
• Capability to move heavy furniture and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub floors, stairs and other surfaces.
• Operate industrial floor machines and attachments.
• Scrub, strip, wax and polish floors with buffers.
• Vacuum rugs and shampoo when needed.
• Clean and dust furniture, fixtures, and glass surfaces.
• Replace liners, collect trash, and handle janitorial duties.
• Set up and break down rooms for church programs and events.
• Move heavy furniture and equipment as directed.

Skills

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Multi-tasking

Event setup/breakdown

Heavy furniture moving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Title: Custodian

Reports to: Alexander Coker

Department: Building & Grounds

Schedule: 2nd Shift 2pm-10:30pm

Starting Salary: $22.00

Job Summary:

Responsible for performing routine tasks associated with daily cleaning and maintenance of The Riverside Church and all of its facilities.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Sweep and mop and scrub floors, stairs and other surfaces.
• Use light and heavy equipment (industrial type) floor machines and attachments.
• Scrub, strip, wax and polish floors using power scrubber and buffers.
• Vacuum rugs in offices and public areas. Shampoo rugs periodically using heavy vacuum cleaner and rug shampooing machine.
• Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, pictures, door trim and chalkboards.
• Remove, wash and replace Venetian blinds and wash ceiling light fixtures.
• Wash window sills, glass in corridor doors, glass in telephone booths and glass in entrance doors.
• Wash and clean interior walls.
• Clean and service lavatories, toilet rooms and rest rooms.
• Replace liners in wastebaskets and trash containers
• Collect and put out garbage for Sanitation Dept. pickup.
• Set up and break down various rooms for church programs and outside events.
• Move heavy furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment as directed.
• Turn off lights, lock doors to rooms and offices.
• Report items which need repairs.
• Sweep and shovel snow from steps and walks of church
• Lawn maintenance
• Do laundry (tablecloths, towels, etc.)
• Replace ordinary burnt out light bulbs (incandescent type)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• High school diploma, preferred
• Minimum 2 – 5 years of facilities maintenance experience
• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment and cleaning chemicals
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated ability to set up and break down rooms for events
• Demonstrated ability to move heavy furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment

Our organization offers a wide range of comprehensive benefits, including generous time off and a strong emphasis on achieving a great work-life balance.

TRCis an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment shall be discriminated against in any term or condition of employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are constantly striving to make our organization anti-racist. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. As an employee, you become part of that mission.

No relocation or sponsorship provided.