Day Porter

This is a Full Time Job

Day Porter (NY Administration)

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Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

The Day Porter and Facility Maintenance Professional is responsible for general oversight, cleaning, meeting room set up, lighting maintenance, stocking cleaning supplies, and minor repairs in all assigned areas, including restrooms as needed. Responds to New York Administration facilities related requests in a timely and effective manner. Supports Administration projects as needed and maintains a welcoming, presentable environment for staff and visitors while ensuring our space remains clean, safe and operational during business hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

(This section provides a general summary of the most significant job duties performed and the average percent of time spent on each function. It does not explain in detail every single duty performed.)
• Cleaning & Sanitation: Perform daily cleaning of lobbies, restrooms, breakrooms and common areas (i.e., dusting, vacuuming, mopping, shampooing carpet and cleaning glass, etc).
• High-Touch Disinfection: Proactively sanitizing door handles, shared equipment and furniture in the office and staff and member lounge.
• Restroom Upkeep: Ensuring restrooms are thoroughly cleaned and stocked with soap, paper towels and toilet paper throughout the day.
• Minor Repairs and Maintenance: Responsible for installation and repairs of shelving units, bookcases, cabinets and basic, non-technical maintenance.
• Trash Removal: Responsible for emptying trash during and after meetings and events, removing litter and rubbish from common areas daily.
• Safety & Compliance: Responding immediately to spills, placing “wet floor” signs, and ensuring emergency exits are clear.
• Meeting and Event Support: Prepare conference rooms before and after important meetings and special events, assist with setting up and breaking down rooms and catering for special events or meetings.
• Responsible for the lighting maintenance for the entire office.
• Assist with ordering supplies required for facility maintenance.
• Install and repair furniture and equipment, including chairs, desks, file cabinets, and ergonomic equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

(The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.)
• Demonstrated ability to respond promptly, thoughtfully and effectively to changing work environments, changing priorities and new situations.
• Able to deliver excellent customer service to external and internal operations.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with peers, management and other departments in a professional manner.
• Must be computer proficient (MS Office Suite, UPS-online, FedEx online). • Excellent organizational skills in order to efficiently expedite multifaceted workload with high degree of accuracy.
• Extensive trouble-shooting and problem-solving experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Superlative interpersonal skills: high degree of patience and tact. Must be able to cultivate respectful, strategic and collaborative relationships with people from diverse backgrounds both internally and externally.
• Have an understanding and awareness of worker rights impacting SAG-AFTRA members.
• Hold yourself and others accountable for a high level of performance and integrity.
• Capable of taking direction from more than one supervisor.
• Must be able to work in a challenging environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged.
• Proven proficiency with a highly detail-oriented workload regarding account reconciliation.
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such a level as is determined at SAG AFTRA’s sole discretion.
• Must be available and willing to work extended hours (and/or overtime for applicable non- exempt positions) per day or per week, including weekends and holidays, as SAG AFTRA determines is necessary to meet its business needs.
• Must be available and willing to travel to such locations and with such frequency as SAG-AFTRA determines is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience:
• High school diploma or relevant qualification required.
• 1-3 years of porter and facilities maintenance experience.
• Basic familiarity with hand tools and power cleaning equipment.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Must be reliable and professional.
• Strong focus on maintaining a high standard of cleanliness.
• Customer service mindset to interact positively with employees and visitors.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle maintenance requests efficiently.
• Prepared to execute all duties and responsibilities in a safe and timely manner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for long periods.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

What You’ll Get

We are a great place to work because we offer:
• This position pays an hourly rate of $24.18 along with excellent employee benefits and perks.
• Colleagues that are passionate about what we do and how they contribute to our mission
• Balance between work and home life responsibilities
• Affordable and comprehensive medical and dental plans
• Generous pension plan
• Employee discounts and perks

Notice to Applicants:
• It is SAG-AFTRA’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, union status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
• SAG-AFTRA will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements.
• To be eligible for employment with SAG-AFTRA, applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer within the U.S. We cannot offer sponsorship for an employment visa or assume responsibility for an existing one at this time.
• Employees are required to work in the state/location indicated on the job posting and relocation assistance is not provided. SAG-AFTRA operates on a 35-hour workweek schedule.
• As part of the selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview.
• A voluntary hybrid work schedule may be authorized for some positions. This schedule requires a minimum of two to four days per week of in-office attendance. SAG-AFTRA reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time based on business needs.
• If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to recruiters@sagaftra.org.