What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian - Plainfield, NJ position at HOPES CAP, Inc.?
The Custodian position is responsible for helping to ensure a safe, well maintained and clean environment for all HOPES CAP, Inc. sites (as needed). This position also adheres to the HOPES CAP, Inc. Policies & Procedures and may be reassigned to various sites as deemed necessary for program operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for maintaining a high standard of building cleanliness in all areas used by HOPES CAP, Inc.
- Arrange furnishings and equipment in preparation for meetings, classroom activities and special events.
- Develop and maintain full knowledge of HOPES CAP, Inc. site layouts and utilities, and communicate their locations and functions as needed.
- Attend meetings and trainings for the purpose of receiving information on new and/or improved procedures.
- Inspect facilities to ensure that the site is maintained in an attractive and clean condition and/or identifying necessary repairs due to vandalism, weather conditions, etc.
- On-call assignments during various and severe weather conditions affecting HOPES CAP, Inc. properties.
- Maintains supplies and equipment to ensure availability of items required to properly maintain facilities.
- Conduct and document follow-up contacts for all services provided, identify, resolve and communicate obstacles and challenges to supervisors promptly.
- On-call assignments during various and severe weather conditions affecting HOPES properties.
- Participate promptly, actively and responsively in all required communications (calls, emails, data entry, reporting, meetings, etc.) as assigned.
- Actively participate in special community events and agency-wide initiatives including development events and activities.
- Perform any other duties as assigned in support of agency and program needs and operations.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: (Must be fully met in order to qualify for position)
- High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to speak, read, write, comprehend, process, interpret follow and carry out instructions spoken in the English language and written in a variety of documents and reference relevant to the job.
- Basic computer skills to allow access to HOPES CAP, Inc. email and Employee Self Service to be able to maintain communication within Agency.
- Evenings and weekend work are regularly required for various agency initiatives, program and community activities and events.
HOPES accepts applications on an ongoing basis for certain positions,
and will contact candidates selected for an interview as openings arise.
