Custodial Foreman, Education

Description

Organizational Overview

RiseBoro Community Partnership is a comprehensive agency that serves underserved communities in New York City. Since its inception in 1973, RiseBoro has collaborated with community leaders, government agencies, and private investors to address housing, health, and service needs. Their programs span various areas, including housing, senior services, health care, youth development, education, empowerment, community development, arts programming, skills training, homelessness prevention, and access to healthy foods.

Here are some highlights:

Youth Center: RiseBoro converted 30,000 square feet of vacant land into a youth center, providing local youth and their families with opportunities for skill development, mentorship, and growth.

Senior Services: RiseBoro was designated the first Innovative Senior Center in Brooklyn by the NYC Department for the Aging. Their extensive programming includes health management, physical exercise, and nutritional programs, collaborating with local hospitals and universities.

Affordable Housing: RiseBoro is involved in affordable housing projects, such as the Hunters Point venture, which includes 1,100 apartments and retail/community space. 80% of the units are permanently affordable or earmarked for seniors.

RiseBoro’s mission is to empower communities to thrive, regardless of the odds. They work toward a city where zip codes don’t determine health outcomes, housing stability, or economic power. 

If you’re interested, consider becoming part of the RiseBoro community.

Candidates must have the required qualifications to be considered for the position. The salary or hourly rate offer will be based on the candidate’s experience in the exact or comparable position and additional preferred qualifications will be considered.

Position Type: Part-time

Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 6am - 11am or 12pm, 25-28 hours/week

Salary: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Custodial Foreman is responsible for the daily maintenance and repairs of grounds and buildings including but not limited to: roofing, masonry, windows, sheetrock, plaster, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, doors and hardware. Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Assist Head Custodian with monitoring working operations of all building systems (elevators, boilers, fire alarm panel, HVAC and related equipment); meet with Head Custodian weekly to discuss building related matters and to develop plans of action to resolve issues as they arise.
• Responsible for minor plumbing to unclog and/or maintain clear drains; removal/replacement of existing plumbing fixtures to include lavatories, toilets, aerators, etc.; responsible for removal/installation of pumps.
• Responsible for electrical repairs and installation of inside and outside lighting and light fixtures.
• Responsible for sealing, cementing, taring, and painting of roof and masonry.
• Responsible for sheetrock/plaster taping, sanding, cleaning, replacement, and painting of holes from ½ and up.
• Responsible for large-scale and touch-up painting in areas such as hallways, classrooms, gates, stairway railings, doors, etc.
• Lock and unlock the building when necessary; secure building when facilities are not in use: checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants; installation of locks, deadbolts, hinges and hasps.
• Responsible for completing the following tasks as described by each particular building location/assignment (Youth Center/ACLA High School)
  • Restrooms: clean and disinfect sinks, countertops, toilets, mirrors, floors, etc. Replenish bathroom supplies. Polish metalwork, such as fixtures and fittings.
  • Floors: sweep, mop, vacuum; other floor work may be required such as: scrubbing, waxing and polishing floors.
  • Kitchen Area: clean and disinfect sinks, countertops, tables, chairs, refrigerators, etc.
  • Classrooms and office space: dust furniture, equipment, partitions, etc.
  • Trash: empty wastebaskets and recyclables and transports to disposal area.
  • Snow removal: report to work during early morning hours to assist with snow removal and salting as weather requires.
• Clean rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture, using vacuum cleaner; wash walls and woodwork. Wash windows, door panels, partitions, walls and equipment; uses ladders when required in work assignments, etc.
• Safely operate and maintain all assigned job-related equipment including power equipment and hand tools; buffer, auto scrubbers, extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
• Schedule deep cleanings as required by DOE and CDC guidelines.
• Assist with ensuring all CDC postings and other COVID related postings are updated.
• Communicate directly with DOE and RB staff to ensure all city, state and funding source maintenance guidelines are followed.
• Call in work orders; serve as liaison with vendors such as HVAC, elevator, plumbing, etc.
• Assist Head Custodian with curing of all building violations.
• Assist Head Custodian with scheduling of annual elevator, sprinkler and fire alarm inspections; submit all necessary documentation to Code Compliance Manager.
• Assist with inventory control and security.
• Ensure adequate supply of all PPE gear and cleaning supplies.
• Take necessary trainings to perform specific job duties.
• Attend to emergencies when necessary.
• Be on call in case of emergencies.
• Perform all tasks deemed necessary by Head Custodian.

Physical Requirements:

Custodial Foreman is required to perform the physical requirements specified below:

(N = Never, O = Occasionally, F = Frequently, C = Continuously)

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise and provide direction and support to all maintenance workers.
• Supervise custodial staff to strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.; ensure staff are using EPA-registered antimicrobial chemicals.
• Train staff in the use of disinfectant sprayers.

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be physically able to operate heavy machinery; ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must obtain S12 certification within first 6 months of employment
• Knowledge of HVAC systems preferred
• Handyman experience in areas such as basic repairs, painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry or plastering required

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Some High School coursework; High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Policy

It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro offers reasonable accommodation based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.

Salary : $25 - $27