What are the responsibilities and job description for the Porter/Maintenance position at COMMONPOINT NY INC?
STATEMENT OF THE AGENCY
Commonpoint is a non-profit, multi-service agency with flagship sites in Manhattan, Bronx, Queens: Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, with 80 additional sites throughout the community that provides a diverse array of programs and services to over 85,000 individuals. The mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.
OBJECTIVE: The Porter/Maintenance staff member will ensure the facility is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and functionality through attention to detail. At Commonpoint Tennis and Athletic Center at Alley Pond Park, this role involves performing various tasks to uphold the facility’s cleanliness, maintenance, and operational efficiency.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Clean and sanitize all surfaces, including offices, furniture, bathrooms, tennis courts, turf field, and surrounding areas of the facility.
- Maintain the landscape and grounds.
- Handle garbage collection and transportation.
- Refill all bathroom supplies as needed.
- Operate the court sweeping vehicle.
- Dry off courts after rain to ensure playability.
- Assist the Director of Operations with tasks related to the upkeep and maintenance of the facility.
- Assist in the removal of snow.
QUALIFICATIONS
- At least one year of professional experience as a porter or maintenance staff member.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Certificates/Licenses: CPR and First Aid certification are recommended.
- All hires must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the hire date.
- Experience with racquet sports or court booking is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as necessary.
- Occasionally required to sit.
- Must be capable of lifting and carrying heavy objects.
WORK HOURS
- Up to 19 hours per week during the months the Bubble is in place (October through April).
- During May through September, when the Bubble is removed, work hours may be adjusted or reduced due to early facility closures at dusk.
Commonpoint reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to dwon@commonpoint.org. Please indicate “Porter/Maintenance'' in the subject line.
Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
