Porter — Onsite Shelter Cleaning (Lower East Side)

Henry-Street-Settlement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Street Settlement in New York, NY seeks a Porter for the Third Street Women’s Residence. This on-site role supports 24-hour shelter operations, maintaining cleanliness and safety in a high-demand environment.

The Porter will work 35 hours weekly (Sun–Thu, 8am–4pm) including holidays and weekends, at the Lower East Side location. The position is non-exempt with a pay of $22 per hour, and requires attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 years demonstrated experience in janitorial service industry.
• Experience working with janitorial cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Self-motivated and highly organized.
• Must be detail oriented, patient and capable of following directions.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Position requires lifting and ladder time.
• Computer skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in compliance with NYC Department of Health, NYC Fire Department, OTDA, DHS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Clean offices, restrooms, client and program spaces including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, wiping down surfaces and fixtures, and sanitizing on a daily basis.
• Remove trash and recycling.
• Seasonal cleaning of buildings including windows, sidewalks, sweeping and snow removal.
• Stock supplies and equipment.
• Set-up and break-down for activities, events and meetings as needed.
• Prepare client areas for intake, discharge, move-ins, and move-outs.
• Report maintenance or repair needs to supervisor.
• Responsible for the safety and security of Henry Street Settlement property.
• Assist in maintaining building equipment and supplies.
• Provide vacation relief as needed.
• Responsible for repairs and other assignments as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Experience with janitorial chemicals

Organized

Detail oriented

Good communication skills

Lifting and ladder time

Computer skills a plus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Henry Street Settlement in New York, NY seeks a Porter for the Third Street Women’s Residence. This on-site role supports 24-hour shelter operations, maintaining cleanliness and safety in a high-demand environment.

The Porter will work 35 hours weekly (Sun–Thu, 8am–4pm) including holidays and weekends, at the Lower East Side location. The position is non-exempt with a pay of $22 per hour, and requires attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork.