Custodian - Supportive Sea Rise

Job Title

Custodian - Supportive Housing Sea Rise

151 Lawrence Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Salary Range: $17.00 per hour.

Full-time. 8:00 am – 4:00 pm with possibility of evenings and weekends depending on program needs.

The custodial worker is responsible for maintaining the interior and exterior of the building, ensuring a safe, clean and pleasant environment for all staff, residents and visitors.

Facilities Coordinator or Director of Facilities.

• Provide daily cleaning of the facility and facility grounds, including snow and ice removal.
• Maintain the exterior of the building free from graffiti and other unsightly conditions.
• Perform routine maintenance inspections.
• Conduct routine inspections and perform seasonal cleaning and repairs of A/C and heating units.
• Strip and wax floors.
• Clean and replace light bulbs and light fixtures.
• Remove debris and leaves from the roof to unclog drains and prevent building leaks.
• Clean all bathrooms, including fixtures, urinals, toilets, wash halls and tiles.
• Remove, recycle, garbage and trash.
• Unpack and stock supplies.
• Inform Supervisor of needed sanitary and cleaning supplies.
• Repair equipment and furniture as needed.
• Assemble furniture, equipment and other miscellaneous items.
• Assist with deliveries, pick-ups and drop-offs as needed.
• Perform maintenance and minor repairs, such as replacing broken switches, fixing door handles, and addressing minor leaks.
• Report major damages and oversee repairs.
• Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, closing windows and setting up the alarm.
• Perform other related duties as directed by a program/site director, facilities coordinator, Director of Facilities, or maintenance supervisor.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to interact with the client population.
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
• MUST be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
• MUST be able to ascend or descend up to 8 flights of stairs.
• MUST be able to work with hazardous substances with proper personal protective equipment.
• Driver's license with a clean driving record; A PLUS preferred.
• Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OMH.
• Commitment to BCS’s mission, vision, and values.
• Any previous maintenance experience preferred.

This position is eligible to participate in BCS’s generous paid time off and benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, tax‑free flexible spending accounts, 403(b), and eligibility for the public service loan forgiveness program.

BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.