Custodian (34)

Job Description

Job Description

The Custodian position is a dynamic and vital role that combines communication, maintenance, and problem-solving skills to ensure a pristine and safe environment. This role requires effective communication in English to collaborate seamlessly with team members and property managers. Custodians maintain the cleanliness of common areas, restrooms, parking lots, and walk paths, ensuring that these spaces are inviting and well-stocked. Equipped with tools like pressure washers and leaf blowers, custodians tackle outdoor cleaning tasks with efficiency. The position demands physical endurance, as custodians stand and walk for extended period of their work shift, and push trash bins to designated disposal areas. Tech-savvy custodians utilize smartphones for online information uploads, email communication, and responding to calls and texts, keeping the digital side of operations smooth. A keen eye for detail is essential for following safety procedures and identifying/reporting issues such as burnt light bulbs, ensuring the building remains in top shape. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the environment, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming space for all!

-Benefits We Offer: Competitive pay, 401(k) plan, vacation, holiday, healthcare plan, dental insurance, direct deposit option, and more!

Employment Type:  Full-time

Position: Custodian

-Schedule: Monday to Friday:

Monday 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, Tuesday/Thursday: 6:00am-2:30pm,  Wednesday and Friday: 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM (34 hours a week)

-Hourly rate: $17.00

-Key Responsibilities:

Communicate effectively and understand English with team and property managers

Maintain cleanliness of common areas within the building

Clean restrooms, parking lot, walk path, and restock supplies

Remove and dispose trash to designated areas

Use of a pressure wash machine

Use of a leaf blower/handheld blower

Push trash bins as needed

Stand and walk for extended periods

Utilize a smartphone to upload information online, communicate by email, respond to phone calls and text messages

Follow safety procedures

Report safety issues or building problems (i.e. burnt light bulbs, etc.)

Perform all other duties as assigned 

- Skills/Qualifications:

Must pass HBM prescreen check

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred

Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle

Previous janitorial, custodian experience or related experience is preferred, and willing to train

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English

Must have good public relations skills and communication

Applicants must perform basic manual labor, clean common areas, press, push, pull, frequently lift 40lbs, carry a minimum of 25lbs (up to 50lbs), be able to reach overhead, grasp objects, bend, kneel, walk, crawl, squat, climb, stretch, walk up and down the stairs and use a ladder climb up and down and stand throughout their shifts.

Hawaiian Building Maintenance
We are an equal opportunity employer.
1013 Kawaiahao Street, Honolulu, HI 96814 (by appointment)
Phone: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com 
hbmhawaii.com/