Custodian

Sustained and inspired by their relationship with God and one another, the mission of the Sisters of Mercy is to respond with vision and compassion to the needs of people who are poor, sick, and uneducated. This mission serves as a motivational force in the day-to-day activities of the employees of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and as we extend compassion and mercy to others, practice and encourage social justice, and strive to live mercifully.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, scrubbing floors, and restocking paper & soap supplies.

· Operates and maintains various custodial equipment (i.e. floor scrubbers, vacuums, buffers, pressure washers, ladders, basic tools; such as, hammers, screw drivers, wrenches, etc.)

· Ensures proper routine care in the use of and maintenance of equipment and supplies: promotes continued improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

· Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.

· Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned areas and/or based on seasonal/project requirements.

· May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture or other similar activities.

· May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning or repair and may answer basic questions and report issues with vendor and supervisor.

· Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff.

Moves heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.

· Light plumbing work including but not limited to working on toilets and faucets.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Competencies and Experience

To perform the job successfully, an individual should have the following education, competencies, and experience:

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED);

· Active driver’s license in good standing

· Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with residents, guests and staff

· Basic knowledge and use of power equipment to clean floors, furniture and outside areas

· Possesses generalized basic knowledge of the practices, and methods used in plumbing, electrical repairs and carpentry

· Demonstrated ability to follow written and oral instructions

Physical Requirements

· Lifting/pushing/pulling up to as much as 100 pounds

· Must be able to stand for long periods of time

· Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted) and climbing low to high heights.Must be able to work safely in an environment containing chemicals, cleaning materials, dust and noise

Visual/Audible/Sensory Requirements

· Must be able to read and distinguish small print

· Must have depth perception and be able to distinguish basic colors

· Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise

· Must be able to speak clearly and make self-understood while also understanding others using the English language

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.75 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Physical Setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Dallas, PA 18612 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $17