Seasonal Environmental Services Technician

The Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the High Line, both topside and at street level, including HQ facility, office space, public gathering areas, and more. The role involves working with a diverse team to achieve the highest standards of cleanliness and organization, and requires a reliable and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the High Line
• Work hand in hand with the Maintenance team to perform various tasks
• Comply with additional cleanliness requirements as dictated by the coronavirus
• Remove trash from the Park and bring to the proper disposal area
• Use specialized cleaning products and cleaning techniques required to maintain the High Line’s many unique features
• Report and remove graffiti
• Participate in snow and ice removal
• Maintain and report on the inventory of custodial supplies
• Quickly respond to spills, clogs, bathroom malfunctions, potential hazards, etc.
• Work collaboratively with all team members to accomplish daily assignments and tasks in a timely manner
• Work collaboratively with programming and events staff to prepare the Line for visitor use
• Operate pressure washers and other equipment
• Collaborate with contracted specialists to perform seasonal or specialty tasks such as interior elevator shaft glass cleaning
• Act as an ambassador for Friends of the High Line, answering questions for park visitors about horticulture, High Line history and design, and general park information

Benefits

• Discounts Citi Bike Membership
• Discounts with vendors on the High Line & around the Meatpacking neighborhood
• Free entrance to Whitney Museum
• 7 sick days and 10 paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program