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• MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT

  The Art Students League of New York has openings in its building maintenance department for Part-Time Maintenance Assistants.

   

  To be considered for this position you should have a willingness to learn and handle all levels of sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning bathrooms, collecting and taking out the garbage, cleaning sinks, general painting, cleaning surfaces as needed, and other tasks throughout the building as needed, You should be capable of lifting as much as 50 Pounds if required. The position also requires an availability to work flexible shifts and/or flexible hours to meet the needs of the job (e.g., daytime, evening, and/or weekend availability as needed).

  Please note that due to the many resumes we receive we are only able to reply to those candidates selected for an interview. Thank you for your interest in this position and for your understanding.

  The Art Students League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The Art Students League complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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• Facilities Handyman

  The Art Students League of New York (“The League”) is looking for an experienced Facilities Handyman to join its Maintenance Department.

  This position will handle maintenance, basic repairs, and environmental engineering services. Moderate skills and knowledge are required in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical equipment.

  Responsibilities will range from general maintenance repairs, changing door locks, light bulb replacement, and patching drywall, to painting, sweeping and mopping as needed, and loading /unloading delivery materials and equipment inside and outside the facility.

  To be considered for this position you should be an energetic self-starter with a positive attitude, be a quick learner who pays attention to details, and be able to work under pressure and on their own. You’ll need:

  • 3-5 year’s Handyman experience
  • Construction experience a must!
  • Moderate skills and knowledge in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and machinery
  • Flexibility needed to meet the changing needs of the League at various hours of the day (specific hours TBD)
  • Ability to work on roofs, ladders, and in extreme weather conditions.
  • Driver’s license a plus

  UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS JOB:

  • The ability to work effectively with other maintenance department staff as needed.
  • A self-motivated team-player who takes pride in his/her work.
  • Understands the greater priorities of The League.
  • Can manage multiple projects.
  • An ability to take initiative and get things done.

   

  Download this Listing: PDF Facilities Handyman

  BENEFITS:

  This position will pay a competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience and be eligible to participate in the League’s health insurance and 401(k) plans, as well as other fringe benefits offered through The Art Students League of New York.

  TO APPLY:

  Please email your resume with details that show how your background and experience meet the requirements outlined for this position.

  The Art Students League is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The Art Students League complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

  Please note that due to the many resumes we receive we are only able to reply to those candidates selected for an interview. Thank you for your interest in this position and for your understanding.

  Principals only. Recruiters, please do not contact or call.

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• Art Supply Store Sales Associate

  The goal of The Art Student League’s (“The League”) Art Supply Store is to ensure that League students, as well as customers who visit the store from outside The League, have a positive store experience each time they visit and shop at the art supply store. 

  The Sales Associate is a critical position for the store as this position interacts directly with internal and external customers and sets expectations for current and future sales experiences.

   

  JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Deliver superior customer service by combining sales, product knowledge, and customer relations (e.g., greet everyone who walks into the store; engage visitors; go above and beyond in customer service—if we do not have what they are shopping for, help customers find it even looking online for them, if possible).
  • Assists in the coordination of merchandise set-ups, keeps abreast of retail visual standards and techniques, and implements and maintains the store as directed by store management.
  • Understands and acts on the procedures required for reporting low stock levels, inventory discrepancies, and customer product requests to management, as needed.
  • Keeps work area and store neat and clean, sweep and dusts the store during their shift.
  • Write notes to managers for reasons such as: Item barcodes not working, prices, stock, special requests (initial the notes so the Managers know who to follow up with).
  • Learn the store’s POS system, handle money, and reconcile a cash draw. (Cash drawers should have appropriate change, and shifts start with a full drawer.)
  • Give visitors a takeaway such as business card, literature, timeline, catalog.

   

  Receiving orders:

  • When a delivery is received it needs to be removed from street/hallway ASAP.
  • Store associate must start stocking deliveries as soon as they arrive, in between taking care of customers.
  • Stocking of back-stock and front-stock must be done appropriately for ease of stocking. (Product put in back stock must be put with like product. Products being stocked in store must be stocked in appropriate section for that product.)
  • All garbage from unpacking delivery must be taken down to garbage room ASAP.

   

  Full description here:
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