CUSTODIAN/PORTER

We are excited to invite a passionate and experienced Porter to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for an experienced Porter for our Families w/ Children facility located in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. As the Porter, you will play a pivotal role in our organization, ensuring a clean, well-maintained, and safe environment for our families in the facility. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.

ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC.

Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clean hallways, lobbies, restrooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.

• Vacuum, sweep, scrub, wax and polish floors using brooms, mops or powered machines.

• Wash windows, glass partitions, and mirrors.

• Dust and disinfect furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.

  QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in custodial work.

• Familiar with the proper use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.

• Ability to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift, up to 60 pounds.

• Be able to stand for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).

  COMPENSATION/EEO:

  In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employee-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays.

  Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.

  SALARY:

  $35,000