Job Summary

Under direct supervision, the janitorial person will provide specialized janitorial services and light maintenance work for the agency’s main administrative facility. The position ensures that the facility is cleaned/sanitized throughout the workday and ensures that the facility and its grounds remain hazard free. Will further ensure that the facility maintains compliance with applicable building and funder regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Makes use janitorial equipment and supplies to maintain the cleanliness of the facility (waxing/buffing, mops, vacuum cleaners, brooms, power washers, etc.
• Knowledge of cleaning/sanitizing products, including green products.
• Cleans and sanitizes all restrooms, classrooms, common areas, and offices throughout the workday, including vents, windows, windowsills, etc.
• Initiative and judgment to identify and correct discrepancies and problems as they occur.
• General knowledge of building trades (painting, sheetrock, plastering, etc.) to undertake small repairs in these areas under direct supervision.
• Familiarity with proper operation of electrical equipment and hand tools sufficient to carry out job tasks listed.
• Sufficient academic and communication skills to undertake training and certification for various certificates courses, i.e. OSHA
• Will be required to work effectively around people of varying backgrounds, as well as young children, adolescents, and the community at large.

• In addition to responsibilities below, performs all other duties as assigned

Additional Job Responsibilities

• Remains sensitive and responsive to cultural differences of program participants and staff.
• Participates in in-service trainings and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attends external trainings and workshops at 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, ensuring hazard prevention and compliance with applicable regulations and codes.
• Demonstrates solid skills in the following: Janitorial/Custodial tasks, i.e. Cleaning, mopping, sanitizing, vacuuming, trash removal. Light carpentry repairs and improvements i.e. painting, unclogging drains, stopping minor leaks, electrical (installing ballasts, light fixtures), Install/repair locks.
• Works off of an automated work order system, from which tasks are assigned by supervisor
• Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment; recommends orders for supplies for supervisor approval.
• Conducts checks of facilities, both interior and exterior on a daily
• Performs snow removal & salting, when necessary.
• Moves, assembles/disassembles furniture and other items as needed.
• Able to handle equipment such as, motorized drain de-clogging machines, snow removal equipment, etc.
• Able to handle/lift/carry items such as sheetrock, doors, plywood, and other supplies.
• Able to climb Ladders/stairs of varying heights and levels
• Performs other facilities related duties as required by the supervisor

Work Location: 161-21 Jamaica Avenue (AKA 89-74 162nd St) 5th Fl., Queens, NY

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of maintenance experience
• NYS driver license preferred

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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