Porter

Department: Facilities

Location: Manhattan

Compensation: $40,750 / year

Description

Overview
The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL's neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—many of which date to Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century—are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.

NYPL is seeking a Porter to maintain an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees.

Responsibilities:
Under the general supervision of Operations Supervisor and/or Building Manager, the Porter:

• Cleans all assigned areas in, around and outside NYPL buildings


• Sweeps, scrubs, waxes and polishes floors, vacuums and shampoos carpets


• Dusts furniture, book shelves and equipment


• Handles snow removal


• Transports trash or discarded materials to disposal area and push dumpsters to and from the curb for garbage and/or recycling collection


• Move, remove, and/or set up furniture inside specified rooms for special functions as directed


• May be assigned to any NYPL building


• Performs related duties as required

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Required Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED and prior custodial experience
  

Required Experience

• Knowledge of methods, materials, chemicals, disinfectants, and equipment used in janitorial work; and safety practices in janitorial work


• Problem-solve maintenance issues as they arise

Required Skills

• Knowledge of hazards and applicable safety rules by understanding Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and chemical mixing instructions to prevent injuries


• Ability to follow oral and written instructions


• Ability to interact with others in a courteous and professional manner


• Heavy lifting may be required


• Must pass physical examination

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Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues


• Be Resourceful in solving problems


• Be Curious in all aspects of your work


• Be Welcoming and Inclusive
  

Work Environment

• Public service library
  

Physical Duties

• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods


• Requires bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds


• Ability to work on ladders or manlift when required

Pre-Placement Physical Required?
Yes

Union/Non Union
Local 374

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Schedule

• 40 hours per week