Janitorial Technician

Janitorial/Housekeeping Technician (South San Jose)

Classification: Non-exempt, full time, benefits eligible

Accountable to: Program Director

**Country contracts require all employees to be vaccinated**

Who We Are

Pathway Society Inc. is a community-based nonprofit organization that promotes individual, family, and community wellness in Santa Clara county. For over 50 years weve supported individuals in creating healthy lifestyles for themselves and their loved ones. We offer a wide range of substance abuse and counseling services to adults and families who suffer the consequences of alcohol and substance abuse.

Janitorial/Housekeeping Benefits

Pathway Society offers fully paid medical, dental, vision, LTD and life insurances for the employee and a contribution to spouse/dependent premiums. Contribution to the employee's 401k, paid holidays, and a generous PTO package are also included in the compensation package.

Janitorial/Housekeeping Description

The Janitorial position works in residential substance use treatment settings, using his/her experience in janitorial skills for overall cleanliness of Pathway Society facilities. The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for clients and staff by performing cleaning duties, frequently interacts with staff, clients and requires the use of decorum, professionalism, courtesy, and effective communication techniques.

Janitorial/Housekeeping Responsibilities

• Including but not limited to dust, vacuum, mop, wipe down door jams, light switch covers, walls & baseboards
• Dust furniture and equipment
• Replace light bulbs (reasonable height), batteries in paper dispensers
• Replenishing supplies as needed in coordination with maintenance coordinator.
• Oversee the upkeep, maintenance & ordering of all cleaning equipment (vacuums, mops, towels and cleaning products) in cooperation with the maintenance coordinator
• Maintain Cleaning closet in an orderly manner
• Report maintenance issues to coordinator

Cleaning areas to include:

• Staff restrooms
• Staff offices
• Staff breakroom
• Group rooms
• Dining area
• Reception area
• Withdrawal management bathroom
• Other areas as needed/assigned

Performs laundry duties, including:

• Washing/drying, folding of bedding when clients discharge
• Restocking linens in designated storage room & dispose of worn items
• Report when bedding supplies are low to purchasing.
• Maintain laundry room/clean and organized

Janitorial/Housekeeping Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in janitorial/housekeeping
• High school diploma
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Outlook email, online timekeeping system
• Work well under frequent interruptions and firm deadlines
• Strong ability to communicate (English) with clarity, courtesy, and professionalism both orally and in writing/email with coworkers and clients
• Experience in safely operating and maintaining a wide variety of equipment
• Maintains appropriate personal and professional boundaries with clients and co-workers
• Receive training and pass certification testing in the areas of HIPAA and 42 CFR
• Must pass comprehensive background check, reference check, and possess a valid driver license, current auto liability insurance and a clean driving record

Average Daily Activities by Percentage of Time

50% - physical labor or supervising of contractors

15% - property inspection/assessment

15% - driving/procuring supplies

20% - attend to email, voicemail communication and use of computer

Ability to lift/carry materials (supplies, replacement parts, ladders etc.)

• 50-75 lbs. rare need
• 25-50 lbs. occasional need
• 1-25 lbs. constant need

Ability to perform the following physical activities for 65% - 100% of scheduled work shift:

• Bend/stoop/squat/kneel perform routine maintenance and repairs, picking up tools and other equipment
• Climb stairs and ladders perform multi-level service requests
• Push or pull move equipment, opens and closes doors etc.
• Reach above shoulder perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment, parts etc.
• Grasp/grip/turning handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance repairs
• Finger/dexterity handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance repairs
• Writing/typing inventory of items, purchase orders and required maintenance reports
• Hearing - perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound
• Visual acuity - perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and assessing the work area
• Ability to walk, sit or stand for 75% of scheduled shift

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, activities, and scheduled shift may change at any time, with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Pathway Society to provide equal employment opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, disability, medical condition, gender, age, sexual orientation or marital status.