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Custodian

HEARTSHARE HUMAN SERVICES OF NEW YORK -
Howard Beach, NY

Job Details

Part-time
$19 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance

Qualifications

Snow removal
School experience
Interior window cleaning
Maintenance inventory management
Sanitizing surfaces
Compactors
Pressure washing
Furniture assembly
Floor polishers
Wiring device installation
Building exterior maintenance
Safety regulations
Carpentry repair tasks
Regulatory compliance
Moving
Maintenance painting
Facilities maintenance regulatory compliance
Minor facility damage repair
Groundskeeping
Outdoor debris cleaning
Waste compacting
Proper waste disposal
Minor plumbing repair
Locksmithing
Safe environment creation
Carpet vacuuming
Cleaning messes in dining areas
Door lock and handle installation
Electrical maintenance
Ordering supplies

Full Job Description

Under direct supervision, the Custodian will provide specialized janitorial services and light maintenance work for the program’s main location. The position ensures that the facility is cleaned/sanitized throughout the day and ensures that the facility and its grounds remain hazard free. The Custodian will ensure the opening and closing of the facility at the designated times. The Custodian will further ensure that the facility maintains compliance with applicable building and under regulatory requirements. Finally, the Custodian must be skilled in specific tasks, as defined herein.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:

In addition to the responsibilities below, performs all other duties as assigned.

Participates in in-service training and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attends external training and workshops at the direction of management.
Represents the organization both within and outside of the work environment in a manner that promotes the mission, vision, and values of the agency. Personally, adheres to organizational mission, vision, and values, in addition to all other agency policies and procedures.
Maintains and repairs buildings’ interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as instructed, to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. Ensures hazard prevention and compliance with applicable regulations and codes.
Conduct daily facilities check of both interior and exterior. Reports need and concern to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders.
Works off of an automated work order system, from which tasks are assigned by the supervisor
Clean facility daily. Sanitizes all restrooms, classrooms, common areas, and offices throughout the workday. This includes, but it is not limited to wiping down surfaces, cleaning windows and windowsills, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming floors, scrubbing toilets, sinks, and all tiles, cleaning vents, etc.
Deep Cleaning tasks, as required. These tasks include stripping/waxing of floors, shampooing carpets, deep cleaning refrigerators, etc. These tasks will be assigned on a weekly, monthly, semi-annual, annual, or seasonal basis, as appropriate.
Light maintenance duties, repairs, and improvements, as assigned. This includes but is not limited to light carpentry, painting, unclogging drains, stopping minor leaks, electrical (installing ballasts, and light fixtures), install/repairing locks.
Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions. May report issues with vendors to supervisor.
Unlocks doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas.
Moves assembles/disassembles furniture and other items as needed.
Performs snow removal & salting, when necessary.
Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment; recommends orders for supplies for supervisor approval.
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Previous cleaning experience preferred, especially in a school or childcare setting.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Knowledge of how to properly use janitorial equipment including waxing/buffing equipment, snow blowers, power washers, vacuum cleaners, brooms, mops, etc.
Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks (e.g., lifting, bending, standing for extended periods.

Benefits

What we offer once YOU join our growing family:

At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect:

Rewarding Work in a team environment.
Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
Tuition Assistance Program.
Professional Development opportunities.
Gympass Discount
Verizon Wireless Discount.
BJs Membership discount.
Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more

HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to [email protected].

About HeartShare

Who WE ARE:

For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and

underestimated.

To learn more about Heartshare, please visit our website at www.heartshare.org or follow us on Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook

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