Custodian

POSITION SUMMARY - this position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This position is responsible for maintaining a safe and clean facility and grounds by completing a variety of cleaning and preventive maintenance tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Cleans the interior of buildings including floors, carpet, rugs, windows and walls.
• Cleans and maintains restrooms.
• Disinfects commonly used items like desks, door handles, office tools and phones.
• Maintains cleaning and supply inventory for all supply rooms, placing orders for supplies when needed.
• Maintains outdoor grounds, removes debris and snow from sidewalk.
• Empty trash and recycling bins.
• Dust furniture and fixtures.
• Performs minor repairs on equipment and tools.
• Notifies the appropriate personnel of unsafe conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
Education/Certifications:
• Minimum High School diploma or GED
• Active driver's license and minimum state-required auto-insurance.
• Reliable transportation

Experience Required:
• 1 to 3 years minimum work-related experience required
• 3+ years minimum work-related experience preferred

Required Knowledge:
• Prior demonstrated knowledge of various cleaning products, equipment and when and how to use and store them appropriately.

Skills/Abilities:
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to use and troubleshoot basic cleaning equipment.
• The ability to interact with a diverse population.
• Good organizational skills.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• The ability to maintain a high level of client confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the following are required:

Physical Demands:

• The ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods during the workday
• Must frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb stairs while cleaning offices, clinical areas, restrooms, and common spaces.
• Frequently pull, push, and maneuver housekeeping carts, vacuums, floor machines, and other cleaning equipment.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance or reasonably accommodation.
• Ability to safely use step stools and ladders for tasks such as changing light bulbs or cleaning high surfaces.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate cleaning equipment and use hand tools and cleaning products.
• Adequate vision and hearing to identify safety hazards, read labels, and respond to alarms or emergency situations.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed throughout office and clinical settings, including patient treatment areas, restrooms, and public spaces.
• Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, dirt, and other environmental contaminants.
• May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens or other potentially infectious materials when cleaning spills or contaminated areas. Appropriate PPE, training, and safety procedures will be provided and are required.
• May occasionally work around clients who are experiencing behavioral health crises and have the ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor.