Full-Time Residential Cleaner & Maintenance Aide

Lantern Community Services, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lantern Community Services is hiring a Residential Aide Cleaner and Maintenance for Laurel Hall, our men’s mental health homeless shelter in Queens. The role focuses on daily cleaning, basic repairs, and ensuring a safe, substance-free environment for residents.

You will perform floor care, restocking supplies, assist with intake and discharge, and respond to facility needs. A high school diploma and at least 3 years of maintenance experience are required; flexibility for varied shifts is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of maintenance experience in facilities management.
• Certificate in a building trade or related field.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and complete work orders.

Responsibilities

• Clean common areas, restrooms, hallways, stairwells, and exteriors daily.
• Perform floor care and surface sanitation per protocols.
• Conduct minor repairs and general upkeep of interiors and exteriors.
• Prepare residential units for incoming clients.
• Assist with moving supplies and client belongings; support intake and discharge as needed.
• Report maintenance issues via established work order systems.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and weather-related needs.
• Replace minor plumbing, electrical, lighting, and hardware components.
• Maintain inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Follow written/verbal instructions

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Shift flexibility

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalence

Trade certificate or certification

Job description

Lantern Community Services is hiring a Residential Aide Cleaner and Maintenance for Laurel Hall, our men’s mental health homeless shelter in Queens. The role focuses on daily cleaning, basic repairs, and ensuring a safe, substance-free environment for residents.

You will perform floor care, restocking supplies, assist with intake and discharge, and respond to facility needs. A high school diploma and at least 3 years of maintenance experience are required; flexibility for varied shifts is