Custodian

Summary:

Job Description

Overview   

Under the general direction of the Senior Facilities Manager at our 92nd Street location in Manhattan, the Custodian is responsible for the general building maintenance and daily work to keep the ASPCA's facilities in a clean and orderly condition. They are responsible for the cleaning and maintenance functions on either a day, evening or overnight shift to ensure building cleanliness for animals, staff, volunteers and visitors. 

Who We Are  

The goal of the Facilities team is to ensure all ASPCA locations are fully operational so that staff and volunteers have optimum conditions to meet their program and department goals. In addition, the Facilities team ensures a healthy environment for all animals that visit our locations, whether on a short-term or long-term basis. 

What You’ll Do  

This Custodian reports directly to the Senior Manager, Facilities and has no direct reports. 

Where and When You’ll Work  

This position is an on-site role and reports to the 92nd Street ASPCA location.

This is a Wednesday- Sunday shift from 3:30pm- 11:30pm.

What You’ll Get  

Compensation  

The starting pay rate for this role is $22.00 and falls under a collective bargaining agreement. 

Benefits  

At the ASPCA, you don’t have to choose between your passion and making a living. Our comprehensive benefits package helps ensure you can live a rewarding life at work and at home. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• Affordable health coverage , including medical, employer-paid dental, and optional vision coverage. 

• Flexible time off that includes vacation time, sick and bereavement time, paid parental leave, 10 company paid holidays, and paid personal time off that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you. 

• Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions — we match dollar for dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year. 

• Robust professional development opportunities including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the field, and so much more. 

Responsibilities:

Responsibility buckets are listed in general order of importance, and include but are not limited to:

 

General Building Maintenance:   

• Utilize work order system to update assigned work orders

• Clean restrooms and locker rooms: clean and sanitize plumbing fixtures, shower stalls, partitions, wall and floor tile, mirrors, dispensers, air vents, replenish paper products and toiletries, waste containers and remove garbage, sweep, mop, etc.

• Clean offices and work stations: clean, sanitize and dust work surfaces, furniture and equipment, clean glass, sweep and mop, remove garbage and recycling and clean waste containers, etc

• Medical areas: disinfection protocols, clean, sanitize, polish and dust work surfaces, furniture and equipment, clean glass, sweep and mop, remove garbage and recycling and clean waste containers, etc as needed

• Flooring care: sweep, mop, vacuum, Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.

• Perform protocols throughout facility, using approved practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to sanitize spaces

• Clean windows, mirrors, glass partitions and surfaces throughout facility

• Clean all tile, Corian concrete and terrazzo where appropriate, throughout building, utilizing the appropriate/ approved cleaning supplies and equipment.

• Clean roof drains, gutters; as well as, remove waste and debris on roof

• Clean sidewalk, curb, ramp and street 18” from the curb. Task may require the use of a pressure washer as needed/ assigned

• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, in and around front of facility, using snow shovels, snow throwers and snow melting chemicals and spreaders, etc.

• Replenish supplies in stock rooms, slop sinks, conference rooms, offices, and restrooms

• Replace light bulbs throughout the facility as needed

• Remove trash and recycling containers out of and into the building and prepare for sanitation pick up

• Set up rooms for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.

• Aid Senior Custodian and Forepersons in perform minor general repairs including but not limited to: painting, mounting pictures/ paintings/ shelving/ etc.on walls, sanding, spackling, caulking, unclogging drains/ toilets/ sinks with plunger/ auger, replace ceiling tiles, replace kennel locks

• Use hand tools to perform general repairs; which includes but is not limited to: screw drivers, wrenches, hand sanders, taping/ putty knives, utility knives, hammers, augers, and plungers

• Assemble furniture and shelving as needed with the use of hand tools

• Checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants

• Transport supplies off site (i.e. emergencies and special events)

• Clean company vehicles as needed/ upon request

• Notify managers concerning the need for additional supply inventory or major repairs

• Assist supervisor with work order request

• Safely operate all vehicles and other job-related equipment

• Provide coverage at other APSCA New York locations and perform any related or similar duties at those locations

• Available for overtime, as required, at all ASPCA locations 

Operate Cleaning Equipment:  

• Floor cleaning machines, including but not limited to: wet and dry mops, brooms and dustpans, vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, buffing/ stripping machines, burnishing machines

• Wet/ Dry Shop Vacuums

• Upholstery shampooer

• Pressure washer

• Snow thrower

Other Projects:  

• Assist Facilities Manager in performing safety and security testing/ drills/ inspections (i.e. Red Rover panic alarm testing, fire drills, emergency light testing, fire extinguisher inspections, etc.)

• Participate as a Fire Safety Team member, including but not limited to, participating in fire drills and evacuating building occupants in the event of a fire emergency.

• Participate in the onboarding of new employees 

Qualifications   

 

• Physical capacity to handle heavy moving and lifting of at least 50 lbs., standing for long periods of time, bending and climbing stairs and ladders (Required) 

• Basic computer skill (Required) 

• Ability to follow directions in productive and timely manner (Required) 

• Able to work well as a team member with a neat appearance and a respectful attitude (Required) 

• Previous experience in all facets of housekeeping (Preferred) 

• Reliable, able, and available to work assigned shift (Required) 

• Skilled in use of buffer and extractor tools (Preferred) 

• Strong communication skills required (written, verbal, listening) (Required) 

• Valid NY Driver's License and ability to drive when necessary (Preferred) 

• Ability to exemplify ASPCA’s core values, behavioral competencies, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

 

Language  

 

• English (required) 

 

Education and Work Experience  

 

• High School Diploma, GED equivalent or equivalent work experience 

• Previous experience in all phases of housekeeping 

Language:

English (Required), Spanish

Education and Work Experience:

High School Diploma (Required)

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About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

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