Porter

Services for the UnderServed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

S:US in New York is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to keep exterior areas clean, safe and presentable for tenants, staff and visitors. You will perform routine landscaping, lawn care and seasonal upkeep while identifying maintenance concerns.

Join a team that maintains grounds and facilities, supports events, and responds to weather-related needs. Requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years in maintenance; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of maintenance experience or equivalent.
• Experience working in social services or related field preferred.
• Residential/crisis/24-hour service setting experience desirable.
• Basic repairs and use of maintenance tools knowledge.
• Able to work weekends and evenings; physically capable outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas, including floors, bathrooms, trash and windows.
• Keep lawns, landscapes, sidewalks, and exterior spaces well maintained.
• Perform seasonal ground maintenance and snow/ice-related tasks as needed.
• Submit work orders and keep service logs up to date.
• Order maintenance supplies and maintain biweekly inventory.
• Assist events by setting up chairs/tables and ensuring area is clean and safe.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Outdoor physical work

Weekend/evening availability

Ability to lift/carry

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Min
USD $23.08/Hr.

Max
USD $23.08/Hr.

Position Overview
SCOPE OF ROLE :
Provide quality cleanliness, safety, appearance, and general upkeep of exterior grounds. This position performs routine landscaping, ground maintenance, identifies maintenance concerns, and ensures outdoor areas remain clean, safe, and presentable for tenants, staff, and visitors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ma i nt ain cleanliness i n assigned areas within the facility . This includes but is not limited to floor care (mopping, s weep i n g , buffing , stripping and waxing), cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash, se parating r ecyclables, e mptyin g garbage, wiping windows and wall s, and cleani n g stairways .
• Maintain lawns, landscaped areas, gardens, sidewalks, walkways, and other exterior areas.
• Perform seasonal ground maintenance including; snow/ice-related support as assigned.
• Remove litter, debris, leaves, branches, and other waste from ground.
• Submit and complete work orders, service logs, or other documentation.
• Order maintenance supplies as needed (Bell System), ordering cleaning supplies, paper supplies , lightbulbs, garbage bags , etc ., and maintain i ng biweekly i nventor y .
• Assist Staff with special events by setting th e chairs and tables up for use m aki n g s ur e the area is clean and safe for
• Maintain building ma in tenanc e tools and machinery to e n s ur e that a ll items are in g ood working cond i tion .
• A ssis t in moving and storing pr ogra m su ppl ies , office furniture, office equipment, dorm f urniture , con s ume r belong i ngs, and other i tem s i n and around the facility when and wher e appropriate .
• Comply w i th all SUS Employee Policies , Procedures and Protocols SUS Cooperate Compliance Poli
• Willing to a ssis t when EMERGENCIES arise i n the
• Mu s t wear SUS maintenance uniform and mu s t m a intain uniform so that it is clean and pre se ntabl e at the start of eac h s hift .
• Attend s taff meetings, g roup supe rvi s ion , a nd training as assigned and required .
• Responds to consumer needs promptly, accurately and with courtesy and respect.
• Represents the organization in a positive and appropriate manner to outside resources.
• Opening and closing the park in accordance with posted operating hours.
• Unlocking and securing entrance gates.
• Conducting routine inspections of park grounds, equipment, landscaping, and amenities.
• Collecting litter and removing trash.
• Maintaining pathways, seating areas, and other hardscape elements.
• Monitoring and maintaining landscaped areas, including watering, weeding, pruning, mulching, and seasonal plant care.
• Monitoring and maintaining the irrigation system, including coordinating repairs when necessary.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance, safety, or security concerns.
• Addressing minor repairs and coordinating larger repairs with management and outside contractors as needed.
• Responding to weather-related conditions and assisting with seasonal maintenance activities.
• Ensuring that the park remains welcoming, clean, and in good condition for public use.
• Supports the mission and values of SUS and draws attention to behavior that undermines group effectiveness or is inconsistent with core values
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in maintenance
• knowledge/experience working in the social service or related field
• Experience working within a residential / Crisis / 24-hour service setting
• Basic computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance tools and basic repairs
• Able to work weekends and evenings as needed
• Ability to perform physical work outdoors and in varied weather conditions
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and materials as required

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking a plus

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and development. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you.

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at [e-mail] .

ID

2026-18958

Work Location

In Person