Custodial - Custodian

Village Management Services, Inc.

At Village Management Services, Inc., it is our mission to serve the residents of Laguna Woods Village with the highest level of customer service and professionalism, making Laguna Woods Village the premier active-adult community in Southern California. We value integrity, quality, dedication and open communication in a rewarding and challenging environment.

Job Summary

Under supervision, positions in this classification generally involve cleaning in common areas of the community, both public and private. On an assigned shift, cleans clubhouses, designated laundry buildings, adjoining laundry drying areas, stairs and stair landings; assist in a variety of maintenance; and performs and performs related work as required. Work involves regular contact with other divisions, departments, residents, vendors and the public.

Essential Functions

Sweeps, mops, waxes and dusts (appliances and interior of laundry rooms); washes and cleans (sinks, windows, screens, walls, floors); picks up paper and other debris; and empties and cleans trash receptacles.

Sweeps, hoses and squeegees common area stairs and stair landings; cleans adjoining handrails and railings on landings; and leans stairwell light cover as needed.

Assists residents in opening doors to laundry and refuse rooms, tunnel gates and in placement and removal of storage.

When assigned to night shift at VMS, responds to resident calls to replace light bulbs, turn of water valves, etc. or may call maintenance staff as appropriate.

Regular attendance required. All duties performed on-site for the Community.

Works effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listens to and objectively considers ideas and suggestions from others; keeps commitments; keeps others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addresses problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; addresses others by name, title or other respectful identifier; and respects the diversity of our workforce in actions, words and deeds.

Non-Essential Functions

Assists in moving furniture and special janitorial cleaning assignments as needed.

Cleans outdoor shuffleboard and patio furniture, storerooms, washers and dryers. Checks and secures doors, turns off unnecessary lights and fireplaces.

Drives a vehicle to obtain mail, pick up or deliver parts or equipment.

Equipment Operated

Truck, broom, mop, mop bucket, vacuum, floor machines, buffer, carpet cleaning equipment, dolly air-blower, washer and dryer.

Work Environment

Climate controlled indoor facilities with exposure to dust and normal outdoor elements.

Desirable Qualifications

Some education and experience that provides the following:

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job.
• Knowledge of the materials, methods and practices used in cleaning operations.
• Ability to maintain a schedule of cleaning and work with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to learn the operation and care of vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines and other custodial equipment.
• Ability to work hours determined by shift assignment.
• Ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces.
• Ability to read and write work-related job instructions in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others in English.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear and use hands to finger, grasp, feel, reach, climb, crouch, kneel and carry up to 20 lbs. and lift up to 50 lbs. The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time (up to 7 hours). The employee is occasionally required to carry up to 100 lbs.

Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job the employee reads, solves problems, uses his verbal and written communication skills, and has customer contact.

VMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Pay: Union position at $18.58/hr