Housekeeper

Breaking Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to providing homes for all is seeking a diligent Housekeeper to maintain the cleanliness of various common areas. This role involves sweeping, mopping, and ensuring that the environment remains welcoming and safe for residents and visitors. With a focus on supportive housing, the position offers a chance to contribute to meaningful change in the community. Join a team that values safety and commitment to service, where your efforts will directly impact the lives of those in need. If you are passionate about maintaining a clean and safe environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and maintaining common areas.
• Ability to lift and move furniture and appliances.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, wash, dust, and vacuum common areas.
• Clean individual units when vacated or requested.

Skills

Cleaning

Vacuuming

Floor Maintenance

Recycling Compliance

Basic Computer Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School Diploma

Tools

Vacuum Cleaner

High Speed Buffer

Job description

S2H BQ - QUEENS, Jamaica, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 4:00 AM

ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!

Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.

Reporting to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, theHousekeeperis a part of the department that maintains the common areas of the safe haven. Examples of common areas include offices, multi-purpose rooms, roof deck, garden, trash collection area, lobby, fitness room and sidewalks. Client areas will also be cleaned.

This position has a 35-hour work week, onsite.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Sweep, mop, wash, dust, and vacuum
• Seal, wax, and buff floors and hard surfaces
• Maintain sidewalks, including sweeping, raking leaves, and shoveling snow
• Clean individual units when vacated or requested by work order
• Sort and package recyclables to comply with NYC regulations
• Operate compactor
• Set up and clean up for meetings and other events
• Assist painters and engineers when assigned
• Perform work at other facilities as required
• Perform other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Comparable work experience
• Experience operating of vacuum cleaner, high speed buffer
• Ability to lift and move furniture, appliances, etc.
• High School Diploma, GED, Trade School Diploma, or equivalent
• Ability to stand for several hours during shift and to climb stairs in the event of an emergency
• Experience working with special needs populations a plus
• Basic knowledge of using a computer is a plus, but is not required

As part of our continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and clients, and in compliance with the City of New York COVID-19 Safety Requirement Mandate, Breaking Ground strongly recommends all employees, interns, volunteers, and subcontractors to receive an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccination and provide a one-time verification of immunization as a condition of employment.

S2H BQ - QUEENS, Jamaica, New York, United States of America