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United Jewish Council of the East Side is a non-profit organization based in New York City.

For over 50 years, we have provided a wide range of human services and implemented community development programs on the Lower East Side of Manhattan.

Join our team and help us make a difference!

You are welcome at UJCES for who you are. We are committed to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. The more diverse we are, the deeper our ability to serve our community with the care that they deserve.

 

Part-time Custodian NORC

Overview:

Performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing/buffing floors, setting up for classes, cleaning and restocking restrooms.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performs general, routine custodial duties, including dusting, mopping cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
  • Performs routine maintenance of custodial equipment and supplies.
  • Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
  • Unlocks doors and ensures doors are locked after cleaning areas.
  • Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels; for positions within the residential buildings, responsible for reporting concerns related to community residents.
  • Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
  • Sets up and breaks down room for various programs.
  • Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements.
  • May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions related to the service needed. May report issues with vendors to supervisor.
  • May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities.
  • Overall maintenance of the NORC front entrance and surrounding facility.
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.