Environmental Services Specialist

Job Title : Environmental Services Specialist

Department : Facilities Management

About The New York Academy of Medicine :

For over 178 years, New York Academy of Medicine has been a driving force for progress, helping transform the landscape of health through independent thinking, rigorous research, and dynamic collaboration. Our mission reaches beyond the boundaries of conventional institutions; we champion a future where every person — no matter their background or circumstance — has what they need to live a healthier, longer life.

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Position Summary / Overview :

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Environmental Services Specialist will be responsible for :

• Overall cleanliness and repair of all items on specified floors of the building (cleaning will consist of all offices, common areas, restrooms, and event spaces)
• Maintaining the general cleanliness of all buildings and grounds, including front of building and doors
• Inspection of any light fixtures that are out and replace any bulbs, etc.
• Assisting in setting up and coordinating set-up and clean-up for all meetings and special events, including lifting tables and placing chairs.
• Assisting with delivery of furniture and supplies to the building.
• Accommodating staff requests for maintenance services as instructed by supervisor
• Removal of all trash as directed
• Performing light carpentry, electrical, plumbing and other assistant handyman helper tasks as required
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will practice care in the maintenance of the facility and take pride in their work; recognize the contributions of others and collaborate effectively within and outside of the department; communicate well with others and listen effectively to their ideas; be flexible, enthusiastic, and persistent in overcoming obstacles; demonstrate ability to think and act independently while exercising good judgment; take initiative to solve problems; and have a desire to expand knowledge and develop professionally.

Qualifications :

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, handle or feel for objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 50+ pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position is based in New York City and requires full-time on-site presence. It is a non-exempt, hourly position and is eligible for overtime pay and benefits.

NYAM is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. NYAM is an affirmative action employer. As an organization whose primary focus is health equity, NYAM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

Application Process : Interested candidates should submit a resume and contact information for three references to EVSRecruitment@nyam.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Salary range : The salary range for this position is $18 to $20 per hour.