Facilities Maintenance Porter: Clean, Safe, Impactful

Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jewish Board is seeking a Porter to maintain cleanliness and safe operation of facilities across program spaces. This role demands physical activity, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple cleaning tasks daily.

Responsibilities include cleaning offices, kitchens, bathrooms, lobbies, and common areas; ensuring sanitation, restocking supplies, and assisting with light repairs when needed. Must have strong English, and a valid driver’s license where required.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years’ experience as a cleaner/maintainer of diverse commercial space.
• Must be able to understand and process written directives and work orders.
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading and writing English at HS level.

Responsibilities

• Daily maintenance, cleaning, dusting of program offices, kitchens, bathrooms, common areas, elevators, lobbies, corridors, stairwells, loading docks, recreational areas, facilities, storage areas, workshops, etc.
• Clean and sanitize all surfaces, replenish janitorial supplies as required.
• Operate cleaning equipment and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Move furniture for cleaning and events; participate in basic repairs as needed.
• Follow fire safety procedures and participate in drills as directed.

Skills

Cleaning experience

English proficiency

Physical endurance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

The Jewish Board is seeking a Porter to maintain cleanliness and safe operation of facilities across program spaces. This role demands physical activity, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple cleaning tasks daily.

Responsibilities include cleaning offices, kitchens, bathrooms, lobbies, and common areas; ensuring sanitation, restocking supplies, and assisting with light repairs when needed. Must have strong English, and a valid driver’s license where required.