Custodian

Ensure the environment is clean and sanitized.

• Clean and sanitize all assigned work areas, including bathroom sinks, toilets, tubs/showers, and commodes.
• Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors and stairways.
• Polish furniture, metal work, and chrome using appropriate cleaning and polishing compounds.
• Dust items such as blinds, furniture, file cabinets, and windowsills using treated dust mittens, cloths, or hand cleaning items.
• Gather and dispose of debris or trash.
• Prioritize work assignments to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Change assignments and reprioritize based on unforeseen events such as spills.
• Inform the supervisor when tasks need to be reprioritized or assignments change.
• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, and chrome using appropriate cleaning and polishing compounds, and use both step and extension ladders.
• Clean grounds and parking lots of litter, glass, and other debris as needed.
• Empty garbage receptacles and perform other activities to ensure the environment is clean and tidy.

Ensure the safety of all clients and other external and internal stakeholders.

• Recognize and report unsafe conditions and maintenance problems to supervisors, intervening immediately as needed to ensure safety.
• Adhere to infection control procedures on an ongoing basis.
• Ensure buildings are secured and locked at appropriate times.
• Report needed repairs, safety hazards, or conditions requiring outside vendor services.
• Use all equipment and chemicals safely, following equipment manuals or SDS instructions and provided training.
• Follow written directions when using chemicals and ensure they are mixed safely.
• Use equipment appropriately to avoid cuts, sprains, and other injuries.
• Employ proper lifting techniques to prevent injury.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, including Safety Meetings.
• Wear proper clothing such as slip‑resistant, closed‑toe shoes at all times.
• Work during hours that do not conflict with the client’s schedules or impose safety hazards.
• Request assistance from coworkers as needed to ensure safety.

Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

• Represent US&S in a positive manner at all times; report and respond to client grievances immediately.

Work effectively with coworkers and supervisors to accomplish goals.

• Request and provide assistance to coworkers as needed.
• Inform supervisor when tasks need to be reprioritized or when assignments/schedules change, or when assignments cannot be completed.