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 median hourly wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners, is $19.00 as of May 2026. The annual median wage is $39,500 for full-time workers. The lowest 10 percent earn $14.00 per hour, while the top 10 percent earn $26.50 per hour.
Q What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff in the United States in 2026?
As per the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage under the Fair Labor Standards Act is $7.25 per hour as of January 1, 2026. Cleaning staff classified as non-exempt receive overtime pay at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. State minimum wages are higher in 30 states, such as $17.00 per hour in California.
Q What visa is required for non-US citizens to work cleaning staff jobs in the United States?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign workers need an H-2B nonimmigrant visa for temporary cleaning staff roles in non-agricultural settings like hotels or stadiums. The fiscal year 2026 H-2B cap totals 66,000 visas, split into 44,000 for new entrants and 22,000 for returning workers from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. Employers must obtain DOL temporary labor certification before filing Form I-129.
Q What education or experience is needed for entry-level cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, no formal education is required for janitors and cleaning staff jobs. About 40 percent of workers have a high school diploma or equivalent, and prior experience is typically not needed. Employers provide on-the-job training lasting up to 1 month.
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