Custodian

About the Role

• Position: Custodian
• Company: Chimes
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Pay Rate: $20.53

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with all Agency policies and procedures and follow contract specifications.
• Adhere to uniform dress code and personal hygiene standards.
• Clean all assigned areas in accordance with contract specifications.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and washable surfaces in public areas.
• Descale showers, toilet bowls, and urinals.
• Keep restrooms supplied with required paper products and soap.
• Perform routine glass and mirror cleaning.
• Scrub tile and wash walls.
• Vacuum area rugs and carpets; sweep and mop floors.
• Pull trash and recycling and place in proper receptacles.
• Dust various surfaces, polish furniture and metal, clean glass tabletops.
• Clean and disinfect kitchenettes and break rooms.
• Clean and disinfect fitness centers, health centers, and child care centers.
• Clean walls, partitions, window blinds, and window sills as required by contract.
• Clean corners, crevices, moldings, ledges, door jams, metal strips, and overhead surfaces.
• Clean elevators, escalators, and stairwells.
• Clean and police building exteriors, garages, and janitor closets.
• Keep tools and supplies clean and orderly.
• Empty and clean any public ashtrays and urns.
• Perform spot cleaning, restroom servicing, and trash policing.
• Perform or assist with special restoration work, as required.
• Move, arrange, and lift heavy items.
• Perform emergency cleaning.
• Attend work regularly and report on time.
• Attend required meetings and in-service training.
• Pass and comply with all building and security requirements and procedures.

Secondary Functions:

• Assist with inventory.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Perform floor maintenance including stripping, refinishing, waxing, burnishing, buffing, and cleaning carpets as required by contract.
• Maintain floors including porches and steps at entrances.
• Assist with special events by setting up and taking down furniture.
• Perform other duties and tasks as needed.
• Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Abilities Needed

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to go up and down stairs.
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, and stoop.
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces.

Job Competencies Needed

• Ability to work with limited direct supervision.
• Ability to follow directions and focus on tasks.
• Ability to report problems or relate information.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and with safety always in mind.
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements.
• Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly.
• Ability to operate machinery without posing a safety hazard.
• Ability to notice and report changes in work space conditions.
• Ability to notify supervisor when equipment or supplies are needed.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with numerous interruptions.
• Ability to attend work regularly according to assigned schedule and company policies.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required—days, nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Ability to attend and participate in training and work related meetings.
• Ability to deal with others in a positive, enthusiastic, respectful, and courteous manner.
• Ability to comply with all building, security, and company policies and procedures.

Essential Personnel

• This position is designated as essential. Employees may be required to remain at their work location or report to work during institutional emergencies.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience

• Six months of custodial work experience preferred.
• Custodial training desired.
• Candidates with disabilities preferred.