Custodian

Location: New York

Under direct supervision, the Custodian will provide specialized janitorial services and light maintenance work for the program’s main location. The position ensures that the facility is cleaned/sanitized throughout the day and ensures that the facility and its grounds remain hazard free. The Custodian will ensure the opening and closing of the facility at the designated times. The Custodian will further ensure that the facility maintains compliance with applicable building and under regulatory requirements.

Finally, the Custodian must be skilled in specific tasks, as defined herein.

Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities of Position:

Participates in in-service training and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attends external training and workshops at the direction of management.

Represents the organization both within and outside of the work environment in a manner that promotes the mission, vision, and values of the agency. Personally, adheres to organizational mission, vision, and values, in addition to all other agency policies and procedures.

Maintains and repairs buildings’ interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as instructed, to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. Ensures hazard prevention and compliance with applicable regulations and codes.

Conduct daily facilities check of both interior and exterior. Reports need and concern to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders.

Works off of an automated work order system, from which tasks are assigned by the supervisor

Clean facility daily. Sanitizes all restrooms, classrooms, common areas, and offices throughout the workday. This includes, but it is not limited to wiping down surfaces, cleaning windows and windowsills, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming floors, scrubbing toilets, sinks, and all tiles, cleaning vents, etc.

Deep Cleaning tasks, as required. These tasks include stripping/waxing of floors, shampooing carpets, deep cleaning refrigerators, etc. These tasks will be assigned on a weekly, monthly, semi-annual, annual, or seasonal basis, as appropriate.

Light maintenance duties, repairs, and improvements, as assigned. This includes but is not limited to light carpentry, painting, unclogging drains, stopping minor leaks, electrical (installing ballasts, and light fixtures), install/repairing locks.

Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.

May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions. May report issues with vendors to supervisor.

Unlocks doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas.

Moves assembles/disassembles furniture and other items as needed.

Performs snow removal & salting, when necessary.

Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment; recommends orders for supplies for supervisor approval.

Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Previous cleaning experience preferred, especially in a school or childcare setting.

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Knowledge of how to properly use janitorial equipment including waxing/buffing equipment, snow blowers, power washers, vacuum cleaners, brooms, mops, etc.

Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks (e.g., lifting, bending, standing for extended periods.

Benefits What we offer once YOU join our growing family:

At Heart Share we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect:

Rewarding Work in a team environment.

Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.

Health, dental,…