What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at HeartShare Human Services of New York?
Description
Position 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 under regulatory requirements. Finally, the Custodian must be skilled in specific tasks, as defined herein.
Job Responsibilities
In addition to the responsibilities below, performs all other duties as assigned:
Qualifications
Qualifications
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:
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.
To learn more about HeartShare, please visit our website at www.heartshare.org or follow us on Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook
Position 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 under regulatory requirements. Finally, the Custodian must be skilled in specific tasks, as defined herein.
Job Responsibilities
In addition to the responsibilities below, performs all other duties as assigned:
- 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.
- Conduct daily facilities check 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 is not limited to wiping down surfaces, cleaning windows and windowsills, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming floors, scrubbing toilets, sinks, and all tiles, 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 and or GED required. Associate's degree or equivalent
- 2 years of similar experience
- Bilingual in Spanish 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.
- Able to climb Ladders/stairs of varying heights and levels.
- Able to handle/lift/carry items such as sheetrock, doors, plywood, and other supplies
- 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.
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
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.
To learn more about HeartShare, please visit our website at www.heartshare.org or follow us on Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook
