Porter - Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library

The New York Public Library; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading library as a Porter at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. This role involves maintaining cleanliness and safety for library users and staff. Responsibilities include cleaning, snow removal, and assisting with furniture setup. Ideal candidates should have custodial experience and the ability to follow safety protocols. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a vibrant community environment.

Qualifications

• Prior custodial experience required.
• Knowledge of janitorial methods and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Cleans all assigned areas in and outside NYPL buildings.
• Handles snow removal and transports trash.
• Sets up furniture for special functions.

Skills

Knowledge of hazards

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to interact professionally

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Compensation: $42,075 / year

Department: Facilities

Location: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library

Compensation: $42,075 / year

Description

Overview
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) is part of The New York Public Library, which consists of four major research libraries and 88 branch libraries located in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. The newly renovated, state-of-the-art, LEED Silver certified, 180,000 square-foot facility, is NYPL’s largest and busiest circulating library, with more than 1.7 million visits a year.

NYPL is seeking a Porter to maintain an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees.

Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of a Building Manager and/or Cleaning Operations Coordinator, the Porter:

• Cleans all assigned areas in, around and outside NYPL buildings
• Sweeps, scrubs, waxes and polishes floors, vacuums and shampoos carpets
• Dusts furniture, book shelves and equipment
• Handles snow removal
• Transports trash or discarded materials to disposal area and push dumpsters to and from the curb for garbage and/or recycling collection
• Move, remove, and/or set up furniture inside specified rooms for special functions as directed
• May be assigned to any NYPL building
• Performs related duties as required
  
  

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED and prior custodial experience

Required Experience

• Knowledge of methods, materials, chemicals, disinfectants, and equipment used in janitorial work; and safety practices in janitorial work
• Problem-solve maintenance issues as they arise

Required Skills

• Knowledge of hazards and applicable safety rules by understanding Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and chemical mixing instructions to prevent injuries
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to interact with others in a courteous and professional manner
• Heavy lifting may be required
• Must pass physical examination
  
  

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Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Public service library

Physical Duties

• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods
• Requires bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work on ladders or manlift when required

Pre-Placement Physical Required?
Yes

Union/Non Union
Local 374

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule
40 hours per week

This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.

The New York Public LibrarySalary Statement

At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.

Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

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  Libraries

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