Maintenance Custodian II

Humboldt Senior Resource Center is looking for a part-time Maintenance Custodian for our Fortuna location. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 4 pm to 9 pm.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Building Maintenance and Operations Manager, the Building Maintenance Custodian II is responsible for maintaining clean, sanitary, and safe conditions of buildings and surrounding grounds at which HSRC operates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintains cleanliness of assigned areas including, but not limited to kitchens, bathrooms, dining rooms, break rooms, activity rooms, elevator, drinking fountains, and garbage bin areas. Follows task checklist and replenishes supplies where needed.

Responsible for cleaning and maintaining floors, including sweeping, dry and/or wet mopping, wax application and/or stripping, floor restoration per manufacturers guidelines, vacuuming and spot cleaning of carpets.

Performs minor building maintenance on assigned buildings such as changing light bulbs, replacing soap dispensers, replacing light fixtures, and making minor repairs and adjustments to equipment and furniture. Reports the need for maintenance, repair, or potential problems to the Building Maintenance and Operations Manager.

Moves office furniture and equipment as needed.

Ensures cleanliness of doors, windows, walls, tables & countertops, ceilings, fans, blinds, furniture, and light fixtures. Dusts and polishes woodwork and furniture.

Maintains inventory of products used and communicates supply needs to the Building Maintenance and Operations Manager. Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectants, and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use.

Reports any safety or fire hazards to the Building Maintenance and Operations Manager.

Reports unauthorized persons and other security problems to the Building Maintenance and Operations Manager.

Works safely and efficiently, utilizing safe equipment, techniques, and products.

Closes windows, turns off lights, and locks doors to secure buildings; turns on building security systems and inspects for correct operations.

Maintains cleanliness of the grounds. Removes debris, garbage, and green waste from the grounds and adjacent areas (e.g., parking lot, sidewalk, etc.). Conducts regular inspection of the grounds, including trash receptacles, windows, drains, etc.

Performs regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by trimming and edging around trees, shrubs, ground cover, sidewalks, and buildings. Performs weeding, thinning, and cleaning of landscaped areas manually and/or with applicable tools.

Travels occasionally between various facilities to provide support for alternate HSRC locations as needed.

Performs all tasks of Building Maintenance Custodian I as needed.

Participates in the process of teaching, training, and mentoring new staff, student interns, and volunteers working within the program area.

Participates in on-call coverage in conjunction with the Building Maintenance and Operations Manager.

Acts in a manner consistent with agency values.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION &/or

EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

One (1) year experience in custodial tasks and knowledge of proper cleaning techniques preferred.

Experience with maintaining floors (stripping, waxing, buffing, carpet cleaning) preferred.

Experience cleaning in a healthcare environment preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

Valid California Driver’s License, and personal auto liability insurance required. Must have a personal vehicle in good driving/operating condition, insured for State minimum liability requirements, and that can be used for the applicable job functions noted above.

PRE-SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

Requires clearance of a DOJ and FBI criminal history background check

Pre-employment physical and PPD skin test.

Requires Motor Vehicle Report verification.

COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) vaccines preferred.

JOB

SKILLS:

Ability to be self-directed and work independently with limited supervision.

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Ability to be dependable, follow instructions, respond to direction, and improve performance through feedback.

Ability to be resourceful and take initiative to identify issues, solve problems, and improve current practices.

Maintains a positive attitude and balance in relationships with others in complex interpersonal situations.

Ability to exercise mature judgement, learn quickly, and remain flexible while working in a constantly changing environment.

Possess attention to detail and ability to maintain a high-quality of work.

Ability to communicate effectively with others in verbal and written form, with tact and diplomacy, and work harmoniously with a wide variety of individuals.

Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities and workload.

Knowledge and ability to safely operate and maintain appropriate hand and powered equipment and tools, supplies, and materials to perform…