What is the role of a Custodian at Grand St Settlement Inc.?

The Custodian position at Grand St Settlement Inc. is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

Where is this Custodian job located?

New York, New York, 10002, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Custodian role?

Full-time or part-time position

What industry does this Custodian position belong to?

This role spans multiple industries.

How can I apply for the Custodian position at Grand St Settlement Inc.?

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Custodian at Grand St Settlement Inc.

TITLE: Custodian

DEPARTMENT: Older Adults Services

PROGRAM: BEST/NORC

REPORTS TO: Program Director

LOCATION: New York, NY (Lower East Side)

SALARY: $35,000

SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, 8am – 5pm and some weekends as needed

START DATE: February 2026

JOB SUMMARY: Maintenance of areas used by the BEST Program (i.e. offices, activity rooms, reception, rest rooms, hallways, kitchen and kitchen equipment, pantry, backyard/ garden and garbage disposal areas).

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED required

Previous custodial and/or maintenance experience

Ability to lift and move objects up to 25lbs

Strong communication skills with staff and program participants

Bilingual in Spanish and/or Chinese preferred, but not required

Ability to work independently and proactively address maintenance needs

Reliable attendance and punctuality, with flexibility to meet program scheduling needs

Certificate of Fitness for Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems (S‑95)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform general maintenance and daily upkeep of the entire program site

Maintain the kitchen, activity rooms, office equipment, and backyard; shovel snow during winter months

Collect trash daily

Sweep and mop floors daily

Sweep, buff, strip, and wax program floors quarterly

Transport materials to designated recycling areas

Receive and inspect food and supply deliveries for the BEST Program as needed

Store food and supply deliveries, ensuring no damaged or spoiled goods

Monitor and log refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily

Monitor and log fire alarm system status daily

Maintain and clean program equipment

Serve as liaison with NYCHA regarding maintenance requests, repairs, and ticket tracking

Assist with setup and breakdown for special events

Assist with food pantry packaging and support Older Adult Services as needed

Assist with food pantry delivery to homebound participants and conduct facility home visits if needed

Provide maintenance support for weekend events as required

Remain available during work hours and after hours for emergency situations (e.g., leaks, flooding, fire)

Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit a resume and cover letter, describing how your skills & experience meet the job description. Include at least tree references that we can contact (at least one should be from a former supervisor). Click on the link below or apply online through our career center.

No phone calls, please.

EOE

Custodian at Grand St Settlement Inc. – New York, New York

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