Facilities Custodian (Porter)

Samaritan Daytop Village; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Daytop Village in East New York, Brooklyn, is seeking a Facilities Custodian (Porter). You will help keep the facility clean and welcoming by performing daily cleaning tasks—floors, restrooms, offices, and common areas—while ensuring safety and sanitation for clients and staff.

This full-time, non-exempt role offers $22.15 per hour (about $40,314 annually at 35 hours/week) plus medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement matching, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• At least six months of custodial or related experience.
• Familiarity with cleaning procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Experience with floor care and vinyl flooring maintenance.
• Knowledge of cleaning machines (stripping and buffing).
• Ability to follow safety protocols and SDS.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and orderly environment throughout the facility.
• Perform floor care including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and spot-cleaning with specified machines.
• Identify and address cleaning needs to uphold sanitation and safety.
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms and high-touch surfaces.
• Remove trash and debris and handle outdoor snow clearing when needed.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and keep supplies in good condition.
• Follow safety guidelines and wear protective gear.

Skills

Custodial experience

Floor care

Safety protocols

Teamwork

Independent work

Communication

Tools

Stripping machine

Buffing machine

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Overview

Facilities Custodian (Porter)

Samaritan Daytop Village operates over 60 facilities across NYC, Long Island, and the Lower Hudson Valley, providing a wide range of human services to more than 38,000 New Yorkers annually. The Porter is responsible for performing daily cleaning tasks—such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and disinfecting—at a designated facility, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Take initiative in maintaining a clean and orderly environment throughout the facility including common areas, restrooms, offices, and entrances
• Perform regular and detailed floor care including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and spot-cleaning, making use of a side-by-side stripping machine and high-speed buffing machine, while giving special attention to preserving the finish on vinyl flooring
• Proactively identify and address cleaning needs to uphold sanitation and safety standards
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms and high-touch surfaces in line with established hygiene protocols
• Remove trash and debris from both indoor and outdoor areas and clearing snow from the front exterior of the building when necessary
• Use cleaning equipment and supplies properly and ensure they are maintained in good working condition
• Follow all safety guidelines including the use of protective gear and approved cleaning agents

Qualifications

• At least six (6) months of experience in custodial or related work
• Familiarity with cleaning procedures, methods, and equipment
• Experience with floor care preferred, including maintaining vinyl flooring using appropriate machines and chemicals to preserve finishes
• Knowledge of operating stripping and buffing machines
• Ability to follow safety protocols when handling cleaning supplies and tools
• Understanding of chemical safety and ability to adhere to Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Willingness to respond to maintenance and flood emergencies as needed
• A strong sense of responsibility and pride in creating clean, safe, and comfortable spaces for others
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team, with clear and respectful communication
• Openness to learning new skills, receiving feedback, and adapting to evolving needs within the facility
• Basic computer skills to support communication with supervisors or headquarters, such as submitting reports or receiving updates

Additional Information

This is a full-time non-exempt role with an hourly rate of $22.15 (annualized at 35 hours a week to $40,314) with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 25 days of paid time off, access to a retirement account with an employer match, and tuition reimbursement.

This role is located in East New York, Brooklyn and has a schedule of Tuesday-Saturday 7am-3pm.

The official job title in all systems for this role is Porter.