Maintenance/Cleaning Staff - Hiring Immediately

Maintenance/Cleaning Staff - Hiring Immediately

New York, United States

Company
Wildlife Conservation Society
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
17 an hour
Posted
22 days ago
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Maintenance/Cleaning Staff

$17/hr

PERKS of Working with Us:
• Free employee access to 5 Parks: surround yourself with animals of all kinds and get the opportunity to interact and engage with like-minded individuals
• Complimentary Guest Park 5 Tickets + 1 Complimentary Parking (After 45 days)
• Company provided uniforms
• Park Discounts on Merchandise, Food purchases, Memberships, and Daily Complimentary Meal
• Access to online learning and tuition discounts with Monroe College
• Earned Paid Sick Time (when reached a total of hours)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Banking

Overview of restaurant responsibilities
• Ensuring quality standards of all products by adhering to local, state, and federal food handling, preparation, and portioning procedures
• Prepare and sell WCS food items and increase sales through cross and up-selling
• Collect payment for items, adhere to all cash handling and inventory policies and procedures
• Provide consistent quality offerings through the proper preparation and display of goods
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work areas, as instructed
• Stock shelves or process deliveries, following departmental inventory control procedures
• Complete other assignments and help others on the team as required
• Daily Cleaning
• Comply with coursework and regulations for all Health Department licenses, as required

Maintenance Responsibilities
• Remove debris and empty trash receptacles from restaurant seating and public areas.
• General sanitation of restaurants, carts, depots, and commissaries.
• Deep cleaning of equipment, walls, floors, ceilings, etc. as assigned
• Operate lightweight grounds equipment (i.e. pressure washer, leaf blower, etc.)
• Adhere to local, state, and federal cleanliness, food handling, and food storage procedure

Qualification Requirements
All candidates must possess the following:
• Strong verbal communication skills
• A positive and outgoing demeanor is a must
• Must be able to work well among others in a positive environment
• Must be flexible because we cross-train employees to work in all facets of our operation
• Basic math skills
• Ability to frequently move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to remain outdoors and maintain alertness in a variety of weather conditions
• Prior cash handling experience is preferred, but not required
• Prior food preparation experience is preferred, but not required
• Reliability and dependability
• Full vaccination for COVID-19 is a condition of employment for all open WCS positions in the United States. If you believe you are entitled to an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Locations
• Central Park Zoo
An AEDT (Automated Employment Decision Tool) is employed in the assessment of applicants for the positions being recruited for in order to gauge the following pertinent qualifications or traits:
• The candidate’s ability to perform the tasks in the available job role.
• The candidate's self-rated skill proficiency.
• The candidate’s fit for this job posting.
The candidate may request an alternative selection process or accommodation if desired.
More information about the type, source, and retention policy relating to data collected for the AEDT can be found on the privacy policy here.

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An artificial intelligence tool that may be considered an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) is employed in the assessment of applicants for the positions being recruited for in order to gauge the following pertinent qualifications or traits:
• The candidate’s ability to perform the tasks in the available job role.
• The candidate's self-rated skill proficiency.
• The candidate’s fit for this job posting.
The use of AI technology is used to converse with candidates, screen based on the position’s criteria, and schedule interviews. The candidate may request an alternative selection process or accommodation if desired.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for nonexempt cleaning staff covered by the FLSA is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Many states mandate higher rates, such as $15.50 per hour minimum in Washington state effective January 1, 2026.
Q What is the median salary for janitors and cleaning staff in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners is $18.21 per hour or $37,870 annually in 2026 based on May 2023 data adjusted for projected inflation. The lowest 10 percent earn $13.00 per hour, while the highest 10 percent earn $24.50 per hour.
Q What visa is required for foreign workers to take cleaning staff jobs in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, nonimmigrant workers can apply for H-2B visas for temporary cleaning positions, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 visas plus supplemental allocations up to 64,000. Employers must obtain temporary labor certification from DOL showing insufficient US workers. Applications require Form I-129 filed at least 75 days before start date.
Q What education or experience is required for entry-level cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, no formal educational credential is required for janitors and cleaners; short-term on-the-job training of less than 1 month is typical. About 70 percent of workers have a high school diploma or equivalent, and employers often prefer less than 6 months of related experience.
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