Porter- E. 162nd

Job Title:

Building Porter

Job location:

870 East 162nd Street, Bronx, NY
Department: SP-SRO, Supportive Housing, single room occupancy
FLSA :
Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Program Director and Building Superintendent

Hours:

35 hours per week – in person
Program hours:
The office is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday but depending on specific assignments, staff may need to report earlier or work later and maybe on a weekend when directed by the Program Director and/ or Building Superintendent
Salary: $18.00 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package
Effective :
June 2026

Program

Description:

Geel East 162nd Street HDFC, AKA Archie’s Place, is a six story, elevated building located in Community Board 2 in the Longwood section of the Bronx, New York. The property is conveniently located to public transportation; IRT numbers 2 and 5 subway lines and the numbers 4, 4A, 6, and 17 bus lines. The single site property is comprised of seventy (70) studio units and a one-bedroom unit for the Building Superintendent.

The building is totally handicapped accessible. In addition to the residential areas, the facility has a multi-purpose room (meetings, recreation, and dining); small community kitchen; laundry room; and social service staff offices. On the first floor there are the administrative offices, conference room, waiting area, security/reception office, and access to the patio, athletic court, and garden in the rear. The property has 24/7 on site security.

Essential Job Responsibilities and Role of the Building Porter

• Daily cleaning of all common areas including halls; community rooms; laundry room; and bathrooms.
• Daily sweeping of front steps, walkways and patios
• Daily control of trash compacter room
• Replace trash liners daily
• Maintain and monitor upkeep of system
• Report to the Program Director and/or Building Super immediately any conditions that pose a threat to the safety of building residents or staff so they be addressed expeditiously
• Report to the Program Director and/or Building Super any conditions in the building or in the outdoor spaces that need to be addressed to maintain the integrity and overall appearance of the project
• In the absence of the Building Super and only under the direction of the Program Director and/or Building Super, the Building Porter may be required to do the following:
  • Ensure code compliance with all regulatory agencies
  • Testing monitoring of building fire safety and security systems
    • Maintain daily log of all inspections
    • Maintain contact with vendors who supply systems and schedule semi-annual inspections
    • Daily inspect lighting systems in common areas and emergency light signs
    • Monthly check and replace defective smoke and fire detectors and carbon Monoxide Detectors
    • Monthly check of all fire extinguishers
    • Conduct quarterly Fire Drills
  • Daily control of boiler room
    • Test water pumps, pressure valves, and hot water heaters
    • Maintain and monitor upkeep of system
  • Building and apartment inspections
    • Assist exterminator on regular scheduled appointments and monitor all pest control
    • Check all plumbing fixtures and repair as needed
    • Check building roof and clear debris from gutters and leaders
  • Monitor maintenance of floor lift and/or elevator
    • Coordinate service and inspection appointments
    • Weekly cleaning of area
    • Lubricate parts as needed

Qualifications and Requirements

Education:

The preference for this position is that the applicant has obtained a High School Diploma or higher but will consider an individual with exceptional skills provided that they can document proven ability in working in this setting.

Experience:

This position requires that the applicant have at least 1 years’ experience working in the capacity of a building porter but will consider those exceptional individuals based on their previous experience. The preference is that this individual be bi-lingual in Spanish and English.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to access apartments above first floor with or without elevator access.
• Must be able to travel to different locations
• Must be able to demonstrate proper cleaning /apartment maintenance methods
• Must be able to lift heavy items (garbage bags, etc.)
• Must always wear Personal Protective Equipment when completing many of assigned tasks

Geel Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nonprofit, Full Time

Geel Community Services, Inc.