Custodian

Position Maintenance Custodian

Reports To Maintenance Supervisor

Department Facility Management

FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt

Primary Position Objectives Performs general maintenance, housekeeping, and landscaping duties on Center building, grounds, and surrounding areas using environmentally friendly cleaning products while maintaining a healthier place for students and staff.

Description of Duties

• Wage-$20.42-20.43/hourly
• Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedure
• Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; empty and clean ash trays and cigarette urns; replace light bulbs; refill restroom dispensers
• Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
• Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
• Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments
• Lock and unlock assigned buildings: secure building when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights
• Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies; Use as directed
• Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs in areas within sixteen feet of buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis
• Wash accessible interior and exterior windows; Clean blinds; Launder cleaning rags and dust mops
• Attend to emergencies when necessary
• Attend safety meetings and other related meetings
• Take classes as required in cleaning methods and techniques, new products, First Aid, CPR, and working relationships
• Handle recycling materials
• Call in work orders
• Assist in the instruction and supervision of student help
• Assist with inventory control and security
• Work toward meeting performance standard goals
• Follow CDSS plan and Standards of Conduct system
• Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and comply with safety practices
• Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) LifeSkills Connection's policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
• Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection’s core values and operating principles
• Model, mentor, monitor appropriate Career Success Standards
• Help students become more employable through continuous reinforcement
• Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Competencies

Effective Communication

• Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
• Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend

Organization of Work

• Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously
• Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
• Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth
• Initiate and respond to suggestions for improving service

Qualifications

Knowledge of cleaning equipment, products, techniques, and standards

Attention to detail in the cleanliness and maintenance of building and center grounds

Experience

Three to six months of related experience preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand and walk; to reach with hands and arms and talk and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; to taste and to smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Physical stamina is required to handle a full shift of being active and working on the building.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.

Disclaimer:

As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.

All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources Manager, Jennifer Law at 360-854-2160 or law.jennifer@jobcorps.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.42 - $20.43 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $20