Facilities Custodian: Clean, Maintain & Secure Building

Brooklyn Community Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

403(b)

Flexible spending accounts

Public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

Brooklyn Community Services is seeking a Custodian to maintain the interior and exterior of the Seth Low building in Brooklyn. This full-time role runs 8:00 am–4:00 pm with occasional evenings and weekends to meet program needs.

You will perform daily cleaning, ground maintenance, basic repairs, and ensure safety and cleanliness for staff, residents, and visitors. Must lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, and handle hazardous substances with proper PPE; a driver’s license is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to interact with the client population.
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
• MUST be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
• MUST be able to ascend/descend up to 8 flights of stairs.
• MUST work with hazardous substances with proper PPE.
• DRIVERS LICENSE with a clean driving record A PLUS!
• Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OMH
• Commitment to BCS’s mission, vision, and values
• Previous maintenance experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide daily cleaning of the facility and facility grounds, including snow and ice removal.
• Maintain the exterior of the building free from graffiti and other conditions that are unsightly.
• Perform routine maintenance inspections.
• Conduct routine inspections and perform seasonal cleaning and repairs of A/C and heating units.
• Strip and wax floors.
• Clean and replace light bulbs, clean light fixtures.
• Remove debris/leaves from the roof to unclog drains and prevent building leaks.
• Clean all bathrooms including fixtures, urinals, toilets, wash halls and tiles.
• Remove, Recycle, garbage and trash.
• Keep inventory of distributed sanitary supplies as needed.
• Unpack and stock supplies.
• Inform Supervisor of needed sanitary and cleaning supplies.
• Repair equipment and furniture as needed.
• Assemble furniture, equipment and other miscellaneous items.
• Assist with deliveries, pick-ups and drop-offs as needed.
• Perform maintenance and minor repairs (replacing broken switches, fixing door handles, minor leaks etc.).
• Report major damages and oversee repairs
• Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, closing windows and setting up the alarm
• Perform other related duties as directed by a program/site director, facilities coordinator, Director of Facilities, or maintenance supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Hazardous materials handling

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Stair climbing

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Brooklyn Community Services is seeking a Custodian to maintain the interior and exterior of the Seth Low building in Brooklyn. This full-time role runs 8:00 am–4:00 pm with occasional evenings and weekends to meet program needs.

You will perform daily cleaning, ground maintenance, basic repairs, and ensure safety and cleanliness for staff, residents, and visitors. Must lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, and handle hazardous substances with proper PPE; a driver’s license is a plus.