Part Time Cleaner

Javits Center is considered the busiest convention center in the United States, hosting the world's leading conventions, trade shows and special events on Manhattan's West Side. These large-scale events have generated more than $2 billion in annual economic activity for New York City and New York State, supporting as many as 18,000 jobs in and around the facility. Located on 11th Avenue between West 34th Street and West 40th Street, the iconic structure has played a prominent role in New York’s recovery and resurgence, and with a state-of-the-art expansion project recently completed, the venue features more than 850,000 square feet of total exhibition space, two new floors of new meeting room space, a rooftop pavilion and terrace, as well as a range of catering, sustainability, and technology services.

Position Summary:

The Part-Time Cleaner contributes to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment throughout the Javits Center. Working under the direction of the Director of Environmental Solutions, this position performs a wide range of custodial, sanitation, and setup duties in both public and back-of-house areas of the facility.

The compensation for this position is $26.79 per hour (paid on a bi-weekly basis).

Shift:

3-Day Rotation:

  • Must be available at least 1 day on the weekend
  • Must be available at least 2 days per week
  • Must be willing to work holidays

Essential Functions:

  • Clean terrazzo and tile floors, carpets, glass doors and adjacent panels, stainless steel, painted surfaces, porcelain, chromed surfaces and woodwork.
  • Vacuum, spot-clean, and shampoo carpets.
  • Sweep, scrub, wax and polish floors, using brooms, mops, powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
  • Dusting and polishing furniture, emptying and cleaning waste receptacles.
  • Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, roadways, concourses and other rooms and work areas.
  • Empty ashtrays and urns.
  • Collect and remove rubbish and trash to compactor; operate same.
  • Sweep, power sweep and polish exterior surfaces, sidewalks, roadways, plazas, ramps, loading docks, etc.
  • Clean and polish escalators, including glass panels.
  • Transport, set-up and tear down furniture, easels, signs, receptacles and other event related materials, for meetings, exhibits, shows and various other functions.
  • Pick up and distribute janitorial and lavatory supplies.
  • Operate heavy equipment, such as but not limited to power scrubbers, payloaders, tractors, forklift trucks, workhorses, power sweepers, litter vacuums, scissor lifts, carpetreivers, automobiles, vans and pick-up trucks when required in the normal course of work.
  • Dust or vacuum drapes and dust or wash venetian blinds.
  • Operate pressing-washing equipment.
  • High dust all areas above hand-high reach, utilizing scaffolds, up to 10 ft. Ladders, extension poles, cherry pickers, scissor lift.
  • Operate snow removal equipment, plows, spreaders, blowers, shovels and brooms.
  • Polish and service lavatories.
  • Other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • Availability for variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays is a must.
  • Minimum 1 year of commercial or institutional cleaning experience (preferred).
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand or walk for extended periods, and perform repetitive movements.
  • Must be able to work safely with cleaning agents and equipment.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work effectively in a team environment.

The policy of this company prohibits any employment practice which in any way discriminates or tends to discriminate against any person, employee, or employment with respect to conditions or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, non-job-related disability, past service in the Armed Forces of the United States, sex, or age as provided by law. NY CONVENTION CENTER OPERATING CORPORATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

In adherence to our commitment to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace, the Javits Center extends its dedication to providing reasonable accommodations. Candidates requiring adjustments during the application process or employees seeking workplace accommodations are encouraged to liaise with our Human Resources department. Our organization is unwavering in its resolve to ensure equitable opportunities and a workplace environment characterized by support and fairness for all.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $26.79 per hour

Work Location: In person

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