Facilities Porter for a Dynamic Performing Arts Library

New York Public Library; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Public Library is seeking a Porter to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for library users and employees at the Library for the Performing Arts. This full-time position reports to the supervisor in Facilities and requires a High School Diploma or GED, prior custodial experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities include floor care, cleaning, dusting, snow removal, furniture setup for events, and possible assignment to any NYPL building.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods, materials, chemicals, disinfectants, and equipment used in janitorial work; and safety practices in janitorial work
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to interact with others in a courteous and professional manner
• Heavy lifting may be required
• Must pass physical examination

Responsibilities

• Cleans all assigned areas in, around and outside NYPL buildings
• Sweeps, scrubs, waxes and polishes floors, vacuums and shampoos carpets
• Dusts furniture, book shelves and equipment
• Handles snow removal
• Transports trash or discarded materials to disposal area and push dumpsters to and from the curb for garbage and/or recycling collection
• Move, remove, and/or set up furniture inside specified rooms for special functions as directed
• May be assigned to any NYPL building
• Performs related duties as required

Skills

Janitorial methods

MSDS safety

Follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Heavy lifting

Physical exam

Maintenance problem-solving

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The New York Public Library is seeking a Porter to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for library users and employees at the Library for the Performing Arts. This full-time position reports to the supervisor in Facilities and requires a High School Diploma or GED, prior custodial experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities include floor care, cleaning, dusting, snow removal, furniture setup for events, and possible assignment to any NYPL building.