Porter
Commonpoint
Little Neck, New York
The porter under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, is responsible for leading the Maintenance and Housekeeping (Porter) functions of the Commonpoint and related facilities and ensuring that the buildings & grounds are maintained to the highest standard. This location is located in Little Neck, Queens. The specific responsibilities of this full-time exempt position include:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Act as a Porter at multiple Commonpoint locations, as required.
- Routine cleaning of the buildings, including sweeping, mopping, collecting garbage, cleaning of classrooms, locker rooms and bathrooms, etc., and other tasks associated with maintaining the building in a manner expected of a first-rate membership-driven facility.
- Room set-ups as the schedule requires, and to be available for "as needed" cleaning where necessary and working in the building "whenever needed."
- Snow removal from walkway, stairs, and parking areas.
- Other related duties as required by the agency and supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
- Knowledge of the proper use of household tools and cleaners.
- Experience in operating various kinds of cleaning equipment.
- Demonstrates cultural competency through familiarity in working with people from a very diverse number of backgrounds.
- Organizational skills to coordinate multiple tasks and responsibilities.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
- Ability to convey and participate in team oriented work.
Education, Experience, and Required Competencies:
- High School Required.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations.
- Strong written and verbal communication, administrative and organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion.
- Must be able to work under pressure.
- Comfortable working within a fast-paced, demanding work environment.
- Ability to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
- Must be able to drive and be willing to travel between multiple agency sites and within the NY Metro area.
- Weekend and evening hours.
Location: 58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY, 11362.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 8AM-5PM.
Salary: $18.00/hr.
Union Position:
Please send resumes to Aaron Pollack at apollack@commonpoint.org.
Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program.
About Commonpoint:
Commonpoint is a community centric nonprofit, serving diverse audiences through every chapter of life, across the five boroughs and beyond. We offer a rich range of services through our vast network of professionals, social workers, and volunteers, giving people the tools and resources to connect and grow.At every stage and every age, regardless of disability or ability, people can look to Commonpoint to find care during a crisis, access opportunities to grow, and deepen their sense of connection to those around them. From summer camps and job training to food pantries and private pool clubs, Commonpoint is by your side. We are proud of our clients, partners, and team members who lift each other up, building relationships for a lifetime. Because being a part of Commonpoint is investing in a community where everyone is invited and welcome.