Custodian

Description

Description 

Job Title: Custodian 

Department: Facilities 

Reports To:  Facilities Manager 

Position Type: Regular, Full-time, 40 hours per week 

Hours: Mon - Fri 1:00pm-9:00pm 

FLSA Status: Non-exempt 

Salary: $20/hr. 

Benefits: Eligible 

Last Modified: February 2025

Organization Overview 

The Goodman Community Center (GCC) is here for our whole community. People from all walks of life and all ages come for programs and services that make their lives, and our community, stronger. We strengthen lives and secure futures within a community where everyone is valued and has the resources needed to be successful. At Goodman Community Center, we value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Serving the community is our main concern, and we need people from all backgrounds to help build the future for this community. The Goodman team is empathetic, caring, and supportive. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking employees that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting each other's growth. 

 At GCC we know that diversity and inclusion is a key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one’s identity. All our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility. 

Position Description

• Complete room set-ups for meetings, special functions and events as diagrammed.   
• Follows procedures for preventative maintenance and operation of basic cleaning equipment 
• Keep custodial closet in your area of responsibility clean and re-stock with all necessary supplies and equipment to perform your duties in an efficient manner 
• Follows basic cleaning procedures and proper use of chemicals   
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas   
• Performs snow removal and outdoor grounds maintenance as necessary 
• Other duties as assigned in support of programs and hospitality   
• Use mobile phone and GCC computers to manage help requests, time cards, team communication, and PTO. 
• Complete all tasks outlined on daily and weekly cleaning schedule including but not limited to:  
• Vacuum all carpeted areas  
• Sweep and damp mop all floor surfaces  
• Clean and maintain building entryways and exits, keep doorways clear of debris and welcoming   
• Clean and restock restrooms (including toilets, urinals, sinks, mirrors, toilet partitions, floors and showers)   
• Remove all trash, waste, and recyclables   
• Dust windowsills, window blinds, and other horizontal surfaces weekly    
• Clean and maintain common areas including water fountains and furnishings   
• Clean window and glass doors   
• Sweep and mop gymnasium floor  
• Shampoo carpets   
•  Other duties as assigned in support of programs and hospitality     

Requirements

Qualifications

• 6 months or more of previous custodial experience
• Ability to stay focused on accomplishing set daily tasks and follow through on requests 
• Ability to read schedules, duties and room diagrams 
• High School education or equivalent
• Good customer service skills 
• Good communication skills to interact with all staff, volunteers and community members and ability to communicate effectively regarding the particular cleaning needs and requirements of various programs 
• Willingness to accept direction, advice and work as part of a team 
• Trustworthy and dependable

 Special Position Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds daily and push equipment up to 300 pounds
• Ability to move, twist and bend regularly in order to set up room equipment 
• Ability to continuously operate necessary cleaning equipment (mechanical as well as manual equipment), including but not limited to vacuum cleaner, mop, autoscrubber, swing machine, etc.
•  Ability to stand and work upright for entire scheduled shift 

Preferred

• Experience training others in custodial duties 
• Experience setting up cleaning systems 
• Education or specialized mechanical systems or equipment training 
• Valid Driver’s license and clean driving record 

Benefits 

• Free onsite childcare for all full time employees upon hire, pending program availability (ages 3 )? 
• Free access to on-site Lussier Fitness Center with personal training 
• Approximately 20 days of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually (based on a 40-hr/week schedule) 
• Annual review with opportunity for a merit increase 
• Employer paid life insurance 
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability Insurance 
• 403(b) retirement savings with an employer match 
• Health insurance (GHC) including a $0 deductible
• Dental insurance 
• Vision insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee discount on room rental? 
• Flexible Spending Account for medical and childcare expenses 

A background check will be required once a conditional job offer has been made and accepted.

Salary : $20