Porter – Van Cortlandt Older Adult Center As a Porter, you’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for older adults and staff at JASA’s Van Cortlandt Older Adult Center. Through daily cleaning, maintenance, repairs, and facility support, you’ll play an important role in ensuring the center operates efficiently and remains compliant with health and safety standards. Shift Schedule Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM Hours Per Week 35 🌟 Why You’ll Love Working at JASA JASA is one of NYC’s largest and most trusted nonprofit organizations serving older adults. Here, dedicated team members perform meaningful work that directly impacts the well-being of the community we serve. Top Reasons to Join Us Meaningful Impact Help create a clean, safe, and comfortable environment where older adults can access programs, meals, services, and social connections. Collaborative Environment Work closely with center staff, program leadership, and facilities management in a supportive, mission-driven setting. Professional Growth Gain valuable experience in facility maintenance, building operations, safety compliance, and emergency preparedness. What You'll Be Doing As a Porter, you’ll support the daily upkeep, cleanliness, and operational needs of the Van Cortlandt Older Adult Center to ensure a safe and functional environment for participants and staff. Facility Cleaning & Maintenance • Clean, dust, mop, wash, and wax floors throughout the facility. • Wash windows, fixtures, glass partitions, and accessible exterior windows. • Sweep, vacuum, shampoo floors, empty wastebaskets, and remove rubbish. • Dust desks, chairs, file cabinets, office furniture, equipment, and common areas. • Clean and disinfect kitchens, lavatories, and food preparation areas. • Restock paper dispensers and facility supplies as needed. • Remove marks from walls and maintain tile and composition flooring. Building Repairs & Upkeep • Perform minor maintenance and repair work, including rough painting, sealing leaks, and replacing broken window panes. • Repair defective light switches, replace washers, install extension cords, and unclog plumbing lines. • Perform minor plumbing repairs and basic facility maintenance. • Repair doors, furniture, loose tiles, and patch cracks or holes. • Replace worn parts on simple machines and equipment. • Clean and maintain equipment located in mechanical rooms. Operations & Program Support • Set up rooms for lunch programs, classes, meetings, and center activities. • Support food program operations by cleaning kitchen equipment, stoves, sinks, utensils, and storage areas. • Unpack and store food supplies and materials. • Open and close the building daily, including securing offices, checking floors, and shutting off lights. Emergency Preparedness & Compliance • Work closely with JASA’s Director of Facilities and Operations to ensure compliance with City and State regulations. • Assist with Cooling Center operations and other emergency preparedness initiatives. • Participate in Make-Up Days, Cooling Center Hours, or emergency operations as required by City funders. • Be available to work extended hours or weekends when necessary to support older adult center members. Additional Responsibilities • Perform additional duties and assignments as requested. What You’ll Need • High School diploma preferred. • Ability to read, speak, and follow directions in English. • Ability to perform heavy lifting, move furniture, and carry packages or equipment. • Ability to climb stairs, use ladders, bend, and perform physical maintenance tasks. • Basic knowledge of building maintenance and minor repair work preferred. • Valid driver’s license is helpful. • Availability to work evenings and/or weekends as required for emergency operations or City-funded initiatives. Benefits at a Glance JASA offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future. Health & Wellness • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options • Employee Wellness Programs (fitness initiatives and mental health support) • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Retirement Savings • 403(b) retirement plan Generous Time Off • Paid vacation time • Holidays and floating holidays • Paid time off for work-life balance Professional Development • Training and continuing education opportunities • Career growth within the organization Employee Recognition • Employee recognition programs celebrating contributions and achievements EEO Statement JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.