Custodian & Porter

Background:

Founded in 1866, The Floating Hospital (TFH), is one of the last remaining charity hospitals in New York City. Our commitment is the same as it was more than 150 years ago: unrestricted healthcare to all who walk through our doors, regardless of immigration and insurance status, or the ability to pay. The Floating Hospital welcomes individuals of all ages, from infants, school age children (5+), youth and adults. TFH is a Federally Qualified Health Center and the largest provider to homeless families living in family shelters and domestic violence safe houses throughout all five boroughs.

Main Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Director of Clinic Operations, the Custodian/Porter will be responsible for the functions below:

I. Housekeeping:

• Maintaining cleanliness in all departments, including offices and public areas.
• Maintaining all walkways, clearing debris, cartons, boxes, and other unlawful obstructions.
• Sweeping and mopping of the clinics daily.
• Disposing of trash daily.
• Stripping and waxing the floors as necessary.
• Delivering supplies as needed to staff.
• Responding to staff pages for housekeeping needs.
• Helping to maintain an accurate inventory of all supplies.
• Must assist in maintaining TFH satellite clinics on a regular basis.
• Assisting with snow and ice removal as needed.
• Stocking supplies in various stockrooms.
• Dusting and cleaning in high and low areas.
• Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds.
• Any other duties as assigned.

II. Clerical Office Skills

• When required the custodian/porter will be responsible for basic clerical skills such as: data entry, answering calls, sorting, and filing documents.
• Purchasing experience needed.

• Highschool diploma or GED.
• Ability to work well with a team of custodians and porters.
• Fluency in English.
• COVID Booster and Flu Vaccine required.