Maintenance Worker, Facility Maintenance, Cleaning Services

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission aligned Maintenance Worker to support our Facilities Department.

The Maintenance Worker will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.

The Maintenance Worker will join our Facilities department that maintains a clean and professional work environment within the buildings throughout the agency with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will be able to perform routine maintenance/custodial checks and tasks to ensure that the assigned sites are being cleaned to the standard set by HCZ and other regulatory agencies (Health Department, Board of Ed).

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must have prior experience
• Must pass a fingerprint background check and Physical/TB test

• Must be able to follow procedures for the safe use of cleaners and equipment, in order to prevent bodily harm and damage to the facility
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require you to lift, push, pull or carry heavy/large objects

• Gather and empty trash.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Vacuum, steam-clean and/or shampoo carpets.
• Sweep, mop, strip, seal, finish, and/or polish floors.
• Clean laboratory equipment, such as glassware and metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, and power cleaning equipment.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Notify the immediate supervisor of all facility-related items at the assigned site.
• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas as needed.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings

• Work a flexible schedule
• Monday-Sunday
• 1st Shift 8am-3pm
• 2nd Shift 11am-6pm
• 3rd Shift 6pm-1am

As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive.

Please take a look at our Part-Time benefits below.

• Career advancement
• Paid sick leave
• Employee referral bonus
• Physical wellness discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)

The hourly rate for this position is $20-$22 per hour.

Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE.