URGENT... Janitorial / Limpieza

Custodian Long Beach
Location:Long Beach, CA
Job ID:5253
Salary:$18.15 - $19.1 Per Hour
Area of Interest:Facilities/Property Management/Safety
Division:Children Services
Shift Type:Day

VOALA

Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories
Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans- services, homeless shelters, low-income housing program as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at

PAY RATE:$18.15 - $19.10 PER HOUR

BENEFITS:VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.

CHILDREN SERVICES

VOALA services for children place an emphasis on Education, Literacy, and Health. The skills and confidence gained from our programs promote a stable home life and ensure a smooth transition into kindergarten and beyond. Working closely with the family unit and the community itself, we encourage the development of a positive narrative for our children providing internal voices of confidence, kindness, hope and accountability to building a stronger future.

JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

The Custodian I performs daily janitorial duties, and immediate minor repairs to the assigned facility, reporting any maintenance or safety deficiency to management for correction. Performs all tasks needed to maintain cleanliness, sanitation and safety of the facility, adhering to janitorial schedules provided. May be tasked to perform at multiple locations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains the interior and exterior of the facility, including building, parking lot and grounds, in good condition
Daily cleaning of assigned areas using various cleaning products
Restock bathrooms
Wash and replace room linen daily or as required
Responsible for dusting, window cleaning, waste cans, and vacuuming lobby area and hallways.
Performs or assists in minor repairs that might include the following: Carpentry, Plumbing, Interior painting, Refurbishing and cleaning, Landscape and irrigation systems.
Follows daily checklist provided by supervisor; Assures tools and supplies are stocked and appropriately secured in store rooms; maintains cleanliness and order of store rooms
Checks facility daily for any safety concerns; understands local and building safety codes and requirements as well as OSHA, health department and EPA requirements; reports all deficiencies to management
Prepares and sets-up rooms for meetings, classes and events
As required, travels to various VOALA Children Services facilities
Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Perform daily janitorial work, checking facility for maintenance or safety issues.
Performs minor repairs, reports deficiencies to management
Assists maintenance teams when required
Event set-up
Keeps inventory of tools and supplies current
Other duties as required and may be subject to change
Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
Proof at the time of hire
TB clearance within 6 months- prior
Annual Influenza vaccination (between Nov. 1st - Mar. 31st)
Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization
Health screening at the time of employment
Requires ability to interact with children in a busy environment including, but not limited to:
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequently kneel and squat
Ability to move quickly
California Drivers license in good standing, good driving record and insurance in force.

EXPERIENCE:

~ Experience cleaning high foot traffic areas and bathrooms, or similar building maintenance experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma (or GED/High School Equivalence Certificate) Custodial or building maintenance experience in a shelter or a school setting preferred Ability to read and write instructions in English preferred Background in construction trades a plus Proven familiarity with homelessness and related issues a plus Volunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This employer participates in E-Verify as required by the federal government and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.