Description

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, the Custodian will provide specialized janitorial services and light maintenance work for the program’s main location. The position ensures that the facility is cleaned/sanitized throughout the day, and ensures that the facility and its grounds remain hazard free. The Custodian will ensure the opening and closing of the facility at the designated times. The Custodian will further ensure that the facility maintains compliance with applicable building and funder regulatory requirements. Finally, the Custodian must be skilled in specific tasks, as defined herein.

Responsibilities

• Uses positive approaches when handling difficult situations. Avoids gossip and negative discussions. Remains flexible and adapts to change.
• Serves as a role model for program participants, abides by the dress code, and conducts self in a professional manner at all times.
• Remains sensitive and responsive to cultural differences between program participants and staff.
• Participates in in-service training and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attends external training and workshops at the direction of management.
• Represents the organization both within and outside of the work environment in a manner that promotes the mission, vision, and values of the agency. Personally, adheres to organizational mission, vision, and values, in addition to all other agency policies and procedures.
• Maintains and repairs buildings’ interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as instructed, to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. Ensures hazard prevention and compliance with applicable regulations and codes.
• Conducts daily facilities checks of both interior and exterior. Reports need and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders.
• Works off of an automated work order system, from which tasks are assigned by the supervisor.
• Clean facility daily. Sanitizes all restrooms, classrooms, common areas, and offices throughout the workday. This includes, but it not limited to wiping down surfaces, cleaning windows and windowsills, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming floors, scrubbing toilets, sinks, and all tile, cleaning vents, etc.
• Deep Cleaning tasks, as required. These tasks include stripping/waxing of floors, shampooing carpets, deep cleaning refrigerators, etc. These tasks will be assigned on a weekly, monthly, semi-annual, annual, or seasonal basis, as appropriate.
• Light maintenance duties, repairs, and improvements, as assigned. This includes but is not limited to light carpentry, painting, unclogging drains, stopping minor leaks, electrical (installing ballasts, and light fixtures), install/repairing locks.
• Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
• May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions. May report issues with vendors to supervisor.
• Unlocks doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas.
• Moves assembles/disassembles furniture and other items as needed.
• Performs snow removal & salting, when necessary.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment; recommends orders for supplies for supervisor approval.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, Associate's Degree preferred
• Bi-lingual Spanish (Preferred)
• 2 years of recent relevant experience
• NYS Driver's License required
• Knowledge of how to properly use janitorial equipment including waxing/buffing equipment, snow blowers, power washers, vacuum cleaners, brooms, mops, etc.
• Familiarity with the proper operation of electrical equipment (drills, etc.) and manual hand tools (hammer, screwdrivers, etc.) sufficient to carry out the job tasks listed.
• Knowledge of how to properly use chemicals, including cleaning/sanitizing products, as well as green products.
• General knowledge of building trades (painting, sheetrock, plastering, plumbing, electrical, etc.) to undertake small repairs in these areas under direct supervision.
• Sufficient academic and computer / smartphone skills to be able to use an automated work order system (including written progress notes, uploading photos, and marking work orders complete).
• Sufficient academic and communication skills to undertake training and certification for various certificates of fitness courses, i.e. FDNY S-95, F-07.
• Able to climb Ladders/stairs of varying heights and levels.
• Able to handle/lift/carry items such as sheetrock, doors, plywood, and other supplies.
• Must maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Initiative and judgment to identify and correct discrepancies and problems as they occur.
• Will be required to work effectively around people of varying backgrounds, as well as young children, adolescents, and the community at large.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.

Benefits 
What we offer once YOU join our growing family:
At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect: 

• Paid time off (holidays, vacation in accordance with school calendar, sick and personal) 
• Professional development opportunities 
• Team environment 
• Medical and dental benefits 
• Employer-paid life insurance 
• Optional insurance (life, disability, etc.) 
• 403(B) retirement plans 
• Flexible spending account (dependent care, medical, parking, and transit) 
• Employee assistance program 

HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves@heartshare.org. 

About HeartShare

Who WE ARE:
For over one hundred years, HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team, now 2,100 employees and growing, helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives.
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