Custodial & Facilities Staff

The Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning (JCAL) is recruiting PT Custodial & Facilities staff. Reporting to the Manager of Facilities, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient, safe upkeep of JCAL’s properties in compliance with local, state and institutional policies and standards. PT Custodial & Facilities staff will be positive, resourceful team members who respect our mission, share our values, and commit to upholding the highest standards serving our BIIPOC (Black, Immigrant, Indigenous, People of Color) community. Our staff must perform physical work and on-feet hours—up to 28 hours a week on a set schedule. Resourceful problem-solving, close attention to detail, and ability to work independently are critical skills for working at our landmark buildings: the Jamaica Arts Center (161-04 Jamaica Avenue), with five floors of galleries, artist studios, rehearsal spaces, flexible spaces, a studio theater, and office spaces, and the Jamaica Performing Arts Center (153-10 Jamaica Avenue), a 400-seat, flexible proscenium theater with offices and other spaces. Queens residents are a plus, but we will consider applicants from all five boroughs, and from Long Island and Westchester. Tasks and Responsibilities include: Primary Functions: • Assist with general maintenance and cleaning tasks across the buildings; • Assist set-up and breakdown for events in all spaces, including assembling or moving furniture; • Monitor and maintain supply inventory (cleaning materials, equipment, etc.); • Perform minor repairs (changing light bulbs, basic plumbing fixes, etc.); • Keep exterior areas clean and presentable, particularly on the grounds of JPAC; • Maintain simple inventory records and work orders; • Perform safety checks and report Facility issues on an as-needed basis. Required Skills: • Hands-on experience in custodial, maintenance, or facilities work; • Comfortable doing physical labor (lifting to 50 lbs., using tools, working outdoors); • Basic knowledge of standard software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); • Effective communication and teamwork skills; • Organized, reliable, and able to follow through on tasks; • Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings/weekends as needed. Preferred Skills: • Experience in building maintenance • Comfortable helping with simple paperwork or tracking supplies; • Basic carpentry and painting experience. About JCAL Founded in 1972, JCAL is a multidisciplinary urban arts center based in Southeast Queens. Our mission is to offer quality visual and performing arts programs, and to provide accessible education programs to encourage participation in the arts. JCAL, an Equal Opportunity Employer, honors the values of its board-approved Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Plan, with the goal of building and nurturing a culturally diverse, community responsive team. We warmly welcome all eligible applicants; candidates who identify as BIIPOC (Black, Immigrant, Indigenous, People of Color) are encouraged to apply. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $20.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 28 per week Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Opportunities for advancement • Paid time off • Professional development assistance Experience: • custodial: 1 year (Required) Location: • Jamaica, NY 11432 (Required) Shift availability: • Night Shift (Preferred) • Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Jamaica, NY 11432 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Jamaica, NY 11432: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person