Porter. Little Neck LilyLifestyle

Job Overview

The porter, under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, is responsible for leading the Maintenance and Housekeeping (Porter) functions of Commonpoint and related facilities to ensure that the buildings & grounds are maintained to the highest standard.

• 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, 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."
• Maintaining the lawns, shrubbery, gardening, hedges.
• Watering grass, plants and other incidental functions as requested.
• Snow removal from walkways, stairs and parking areas.
• Other related duties as required by the agency and supervisor.

• Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, lifting a minimum of 50 lbs, 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.

• Minimum GED or High School Diploma required.
• 3‑5 years of experience preferably in a not‑for‑profit organization.
• Possess outstanding social skills and emotional maturity.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations.
• Ability to travel to multiple Commonpoint locations, as requested.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• 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.
• Occasional weekend and evening hours will be necessary.

• Location:
  
  58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY, 11362
• Hours:
  
  Full Time, 40 Hours A Week
• Hourly Rate: $18/hr
• Union Position

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program.