Housekeeper

THE POSITION:

Receives general instruction from Health and Safety Coordinator to do custodial work in care of assigned child development centers and grounds according to an assigned work schedule: and perform related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sweep, scrub, wax, and polish linoleum, and various types of floors.
• Vacuum rugs and carpets.
• Clean and dust furniture, woodwork and equipment.
• Wash, scrub, and disinfect restrooms.
• Disinfect all flat surfaces.
• Clean windows, door glass, and drink fountains.
• Clean and polish metal works such as door panels and hand railings.
• Empty and clean waste containers.
• Pick up litter on grounds and sweep walkways, halls, and entrances.
• Move and rearrange chairs, tables, desks, furniture and other equipment, (not to exceed 25 pounds.)
• Maintain equipment used in the course of work and report any items requiring maintenance.
• Report safety, sanitary, and fire hazards.
• May perform routine grounds keeping duties.
• May secure buildings at end of shift.
• Maintain regular and prompt attendance in the workplace.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and supplies used in custodial work.
• Hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Use and care for cleaning materials and equipment in a safe manner.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Deal cooperatively with the public, students, teachers, and others contacts in the normal course of work.
• Relate to students including small children.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Physical capability sufficient to perform job tasks.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Carry out oral and written directions; write and speak at a level sufficient to fulfill the duties to be performed for the position described.
• A criminal records clearance is required for this position, prior to interaction with children.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Department of Justice/FBI/ Child Abuse Index Clearance prior to hire.

• Megans Law Clearance.

• TB Test & Physical required upon hire.

• Current MMR and Tdap Immunizations.

• Current Influenza Immunization or wavier of decline.

• Employee must obtain valid California Drivers License and Car Insurance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand/be on feet for long periods of time. The employee frequently is required to lift up to 25 lbs, and reach with hands and arms.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

INSURANCE: All full-time employees have the option to select one of four medical plans between Kaiser and Sutter, dental PPO and accidental life insurance. Optional benefits include 401(K) matching, vision and additional life insurance coverage at the expense of the employee.

LEAVE: El Concilio California offers PTO (Personal Time-Off) benefits as well as 13 paid holidays per year to all permanent employees. Part-time employees' leave benefits are prorated.

OTHER BENEFITS: Flexible Spending Account (PayFlex) and 401K Retirement account (John Hancock).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, WORKPLACE DIVERSITY, AND REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATION:
El Concilio is Equal opportunity Employer encouraging workforce diversity. All aspects of
employment and promotion shall be without regard to race, religion, color, national origin,
ancestry, marital status, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or medical
condition. Reasonable accommodation will be made for disabled applicants to participate in the
application and examination process. Please advise Human Resources of special needs in
advance of the application deadline and, if accepted for further testing, at least one week prior to
the examination.