Housekeeper

Breaking Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to combating homelessness is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper. This role is crucial in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of a supportive housing facility, ensuring that common areas and client spaces are well-kept. The position involves a variety of cleaning tasks, including floor maintenance and assisting with events. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, experience in cleaning, and the ability to lift and move items. Join a passionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals seeking stable housing.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and maintaining common areas is essential.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment like vacuums and buffers.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, and vacuum common areas and client spaces.
• Maintain sidewalks and assist with event setups.

Skills

Cleaning Skills

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Experience with Special Needs Populations

Basic Computer Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School Diploma

Tools

Vacuum Cleaner

High-Speed Buffer

Compactor

Job description

Seafarers, New York, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, March 17, 2025 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.

Located in Manhattan, the Crane Safe Haven serves 100 individuals who are not yet ready to transition into permanent housing, as well as those who may have struggled in other housing programs. The Crane Safe Haven offers an alternative to life on the street: private, safe, clean, and affordable short-term accommodations. On-site case management and clinical services are available to meet the needs of its residents and to help those ready to move into secure permanent housing.

Reporting to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, the Housekeeper is 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 a 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

Seafarers, New York, New York, United States of America