Janitor

The Janitor is responsible for basic janitorial duties as well as maintenance and upkeep of Department of Public Health facilities.

Essential Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs basic janitorial duties as assigned.
• Make use of safe work procedures at work sites, use proper janitorial and protective equipment..
• Responsible for of janitorial equipment and supplies assigned
• Reports any facility problems to Site Supervisor or Program Supervisor.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms/legs & moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials & equipment, and manipulating things.
• Performs responsibilities and complete projects under tight deadlines and changes in assignments. Pro-actively searches out &identifies tasks and facility-related needs.
• Wears proper Janitorial uniform, and serves as model of professional standards.
• Promptly communicates, shares information, and responds in a timely manner.
• Performs work in accordance to policies & procedures.
• Maintains and submits accurate records, timesheets, and documentation as required
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, committees, and other staff development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• At least 1 year janitorial experience or successful completion of a janitorial training program
• Ability to follow directions, prioritize, multitask, and perform & complete duties with minimal supervision, both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to do the following at varying frequencies depending on assignment: lift & carry up to 50lbs; physically lift, push, pull, or carry objects; to use abdominal & lower back muscles to continuously support part of the body; to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, &/or legs.

Other Preferred Qualifications:

• Average communication & organization skills
• Ability to organize and/or work effectively with diverse program staff, coworkers, and mental health consumers
• Average reading and writing skills with the ability to understand and interpret written instructions, and effectively communicate to program staff, program partners, vendors, and mental health consumers
• Ability to communicate, present, and receive feedback in a positive and constructive manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Is flexible with scheduling and able to work on days, evenings, nights, and weekends, as needed and scheduled
• Strong commitment to the philosophy, goals, & mission of RAMS in providing community-based, culturally competent, and consumer-guided mental health services to the community
• Commitment to engaging in professional development activities such as trainings, seminars, and reviewing up-to-date material, etc.
• Average interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively, function independently, and interact professionally with a diverse, multi-cultural, and interdisciplinary staff of all levels