Porter (LSNC)

Goddard Riverside; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,500 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Goddard Riverside in Lincoln Square, New York, NY is hiring a Full-Time Porter to maintain cleanliness and overall appearance of buildings and grounds. Typical shifts run 10:00 am–6:00 pm or 9:00 am–5:00 pm, with some evenings and weekends possible. Hourly rate is $19.00–$20.00.

Responsibilities include sweeping, room setups, trash disposal, and safety checks. The role requires strong communication, teamwork, ability to lift 50 lbs, and GED‑level qualifications with fingerprinting clearance.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work as a member of a team.
• Must meet clearance requirements including Department of Education fingerprinting.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Physical: able to lift 50 lbs and perform maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance and cleanliness throughout the building.
• Sweep and mop building including halls, classrooms, gym and office.
• Room setups for daily activities and events.
• Change trash liners and dispose of trash daily.
• Secure facility and lock-up at end of day.
• Follow cleaning schedule and report repairs as needed.
• Respond to requests by program directors and coordinators.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Buffer machine operation

Tools

Buffer machine operation

Job description

Porter (LSNC)# Porter (LSNC)Lincoln Square - New York, NY 10023## OverviewSalary Range$19.00 - $20.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull Time## Description**Intro/Program Description**: Goddard Riverside is a well-established Manhattan community-based agency with an annual operating budget of approximately $50 million. Goddard Riverside is one of New York City’s leading human service organizations meeting the basic needs of children, youth and families, homeless people, and older adults across Manhattan and New York City. **Purpose of Position:** Maintain cleanliness and overall appearance of buildings and grounds. **Schedule:** 10:00 am to 6:00 pm 9:00 am to 5:00 pm\*Some evening and possible weekends required**Hourly Rate:** $19.00- $20.00## Roles, Responsibilities and Essential Duties**Roles, Responsibilities and Essential Duties**• Ensure maintenance and cleanliness throughout the building• Sweep and maintain cleanliness of entrances• Turn on and maintain cleanliness of air-conditioning units or heaters• Sweep and mop building including halls, classrooms, gym and office• Room set ups for daily activities and special events• Change trash liners and dispose of trash daily• Clean all bathrooms daily and windows regularly• Move furniture as needed• Inventory, storage and organization of cleaning supplies• Check all safety materials – Alarms, exit signs, outlets, etc. Report repairs as needed• Participate in staff meetings and professional development• Work with Maintenance Coordinator and Facilities Manager to ensure all areas are following city regulations• Secure facility, check all offices are closed and ensure lock-up of building at end of day• Follow “cleaning schedule run”• Respond to requests by program directors and coordinators• Other tasks as required **Qualifications/Educational Requirements:**• Strong communication skills and ability to work as a member of a team• Must meet clearance requirements including Department of Education fingerprinting**Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:**• Knowledge of operation of buffer machine • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus**Physical Requirements:**• Ability to lift 50 lbs• Ability to perform simple maintenance and repair Work Environment:• Indoor, some outdoorThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job related task other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.