Porter (West 140th St)

Goddard Riverside Community Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Goddard Riverside Community Center is seeking a dependable Porter for its Supportive Housing residence on West 140th Street, New York, NY. You will maintain cleanliness, safety, and a welcoming environment for residents and staff across 50+ units.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and prior porter/custodial experience; teamwork and reliability are valued. Schedule is Monday–Friday with some evenings/weekends; hourly pay ranges $19–$21.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and appearance of interior and exterior areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and sanitize assigned areas daily.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms; replenish supplies.
• Remove trash and recycle from building areas.
• Maintain exterior property areas: sidewalks, entrances, parking areas.
• Assist with apartment turnovers by cleaning vacant units before move-in.
• Report maintenance issues and safety hazards to management.
• Assist maintenance staff with moving furniture and equipment.
• Remove snow and ice from walkways during winter.
• Ensure cleaning equipment and supplies are stored properly.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and agency policies.
• Interact respectfully with residents, staff, and visitors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Good communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: West 140th Residence - New York, NY 10030

Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly

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

We are seeking a dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented Porter to join our Supportive Housing team. The porter is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, functional, and well-maintained supportive housing residence, consisting of more than 50 residential units for adults, including individuals with mobility impairments.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, Saturday (May require occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays based on operational needs), 9:00am-5:00pm & 10:00am-6:00pm Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm

Hourly Rate

$19.00-$21.00/hr

Roles, Responsibilities and Essential Duties

The Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of the building's interior and exterior while providing a welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate is reliable, takes pride in their work, and enjoys working in a team-oriented environment that serves individuals in supportive housing.

• Clean and maintain all common areas, including hallways, stairwells, elevators, lobby, offices, laundry rooms, and community spaces.


• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and sanitize assigned areas daily.


• Clean and disinfect restrooms and replenish supplies.


• Remove trash and recycle from throughout the building.


• Maintain the exterior of the property, including sidewalks, entrances, courtyards, and parking areas.


• Assist with apartment turnovers by cleaning vacant units before move-in.


• Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, vandalism, or building damage to management immediately.


• Assist maintenance staff with moving furniture, supplies, and equipment as needed.


• Remove snow and ice from walkways and entrances during winter weather, as assigned.


• Ensure all cleaning equipment and supplies are properly maintained and stored.


• Follow all OSHA safety standards and agency policies.


• Interact respectfully and professionally with residents, visitors, vendors, and staff.


• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Previous porter, janitorial, or custodial experience preferred.


• Experience working in residential or supportive housing is a plus.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving skills


• Good communication and customer service skills


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Able to lift 50lbs, stand for extended periods, walking distances, climbing stairs, operate required equipment power tools, mechanical equipment, etc., climb ladders, enter and exit tight spaces. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

Inclusion Statement

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences.

We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organizations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Description Disclaimer

The 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.