Custodian

Base Pay $13.57 - $15.72 / Hour Job Category Custodian Employee Type Non-Exempt Required Degree High school Manage Others No Contact information Name Bethany Ellingson Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head Start Custodian is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary environment within the Head Start classroom and offices. This position performs routine cleaning and custodial duties to support daily operations and ensure facilities are well maintained for staff, children, and visitors. The Head Start Custodian is expected to uphold NEICAC’s core values of Growth, Adaptability, Respect, Responsiveness, Compassion, and Collaboration while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and effective working relationships with staff and management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

AGENCY RELATED

Must maintain confidentiality at all times Must always represent NEICAC in a positive and professional manner Must attend training as requested to demonstrate a continued effort to grow professionally Adhere to all policies as an employee of Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation Attend all agency-wide trainings Must travel to and from work and, occasionally when requested, during the work day Establish a collaborative and communicative relationship with co-workers Must be punctual and dependable in completing assignments.

PROGRAM SPECIFIC

Perform general, routine custodial duties to include mopping, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper & hygiene supplies Wipe down windows and mirrors Empty trash receptacles & properly dispose of trash: replace liners Report any safety, sanitary, or fire hazards to the appropriate program staff Ensure proper use and care of cleaning equipment and supplies Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned program/work area May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance (such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities) Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors & closing windows Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfy each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, hand, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Summary Employment is 7 hours a week and work must be completed before or after school hours. #J-18808-Ljbffr DeKalb Health