Porter

Met Council; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pre-tax commuter benefits

403(b) plans

Holidays

Job summary

A leading charity organization in New York is seeking a porter to maintain cleanliness in assigned buildings. Responsibilities include general cleaning, trash removal, and assisting maintenance staff as needed. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, must be able to read and follow instructions, and is capable of physical activities such as lifting and climbing. Compensation is $20.00 per hour with benefits including medical insurance and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Comfortable with physical demands including lifting 5-50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all areas of the building are cleaned according to the schedule.
• Remove trash and recyclables on assigned days.
• Assist Senior Superintendent and Handyman as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

FLSA

Non-Exempt/Overtime Eligible

Benefits

Eligible

Hours Per Week

40/Full-time

Met Council is America’s largest Jewish charity dedicated to serving the needy. We fight poverty through comprehensive social services and by treating each client with compassion, integrity, and respect. Our programs are staffed by experts who help over 325,000 clients each year and advocate on behalf of all needy New Yorkers. Our services include 100% affordable housing at 21 locations, family violence services, Holocaust survivor assistance, geriatric social work, crisis intervention and the largest free kosher food distribution program in the world. Our network of 120 food pantries, affordable housing sites, and JCCs provide services directly in neighborhoods across New York City.

Position Summary

The porter is responsible for ensuring that all areas of assigned building(s) are cleaned according to the provided schedule. The porter will also properly remove trash and recyclables on DSNY assigned days.

Principal Responsibilities

• General cleaning of common areas in assigned building.
• General cleaning of perimeter of assigned building.
• Removal of garbage and recyclables in compliance with DSNY rules and regulations.
• Cleaning of compactor and garbage chute rooms.
• Assist Senior Superintendent, Handyman and Porters as assigned.
• Coordinate access for outside contractors as assigned.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Competencies

• Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization.
• Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Organization: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities.

Skill and Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.

Physical Demands

• Required Constantly: Walking, standing, climbing stairs, lifting of materials and tools (5-50 pounds).
• Required Frequently: Climbing ladders, operating machinery.
• Required Occasionally: Shoveling of snow, reaching above the shoulder, pushing and pulling.

Compensation

$20.00 per hour

Benefits

Major medical, dental, and vision insurance; pre-tax commuter benefits; FSA; 403(b); plus holidays