Custodian​/Maintenance - Mabton

Position is responsible for maintaining center buildings and grounds in top condition by developing work plans to accomplish maintenance and repair activities, assuring the availability of necessary tools, equipment and materials and minimal disruption to daily operation. Perform assembly and minor repair of equipment/furniture, painting, plumbing, lighting, and yard and window maintenance. Develops routine preventative maintenance schedules and maintains inventory.

Inspire Development Centersprovidesearly Childhood Education (ECE) and social services to 3,110 children incenter-based and home-based setting, at more than 25 Child Development Centers (CDC) throughout the State of Washington.

At these sites, Inspire employs over 1,000staff on a $52 million annual budget.

Inspireprovides theservicesundervariousfederalandstatefunded programs with differing regulations and stipulations, which must be coordinated and adhered to, including, but not limitedto:
Regional Head Start (RHS), Migrant Seasonal Head Start (MSHS), Early Childhood Education  and Assistance Program (ECEAP), and Early Head Start (EHS).The organizationisrequired tomeet an annual quota of non-federal share (in-kind) funds. A large majority of children’s first language is Spanish. Over the past 40 years, Inspire has strategically and incrementally increased its capacity to address the rapidly changing needs of its families and communities.

The Custodian/Maintenance reports to the Center Manage rand works closely with Center Staff,Parentsandworkwith and around children.

• Responsible for sweeping,vacuuming,mopping,dusting,cleaning,anddisinfectingclassrooms,restrooms,kitchenandothercommon areas.
  
  Responsible for disposing of all garbage and disinfectingwastebaskets or garbage cans daily.
• Maintain equipment and facility cleanliness, ensuring all tools and machinery are in safe and working condition and perform floor and carpet care as needed.
• Responsibletokeepsidewalks,parking lots,andplaygroundareassafeby addressing potential hazards.
  
  Secure alldoors and windows before closing the center and immediately report any unsafe equipment to the Center Manager.
• Responsible for performing routine maintenance, repairs and upkeep on exteriorbuildingsand outdoor areas to ensure a safe and well-maintained facility.
• Constructs, erects, and installs structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard using carpenter’s hand and power tools, to include but notlimitedto children’s outdoor play equipment and appropriate fallzones for each structure.
• Befamiliarwith theHazardous Materialstraining Program  andadhere to all safety protocols related to the use, handling, and storage of chemicals, cleaning supplies, and materials. Ensure that all chemicals and cleaning products are stored securely in childproof cabinets or designatedstorerooms. Maintain awareness of safety guidelines and refer to the Safety Binderlocatedon-site for detailed instructions and protocols regarding hazardous materials and overall workplace safety.
• Responsible for preparing and maintaining inventories of janitorial supplies, regularly monitoring stock levels, and notifying the Center Manager of any items that need to be reordered.
• Assist the Headcookand/orcook with organizing and storing groceries and inventory.
• Shows interest in furthering professional growth by attending staff meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars.
• Review and understand all center policies and procedures regarding the safety of children ensuring compliance with established protocols.
• Maintains confidentiality of program and client related information at all times.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• General Educational Development (GED) certificate,orobtainwithinthefirstyearofemployment;
• Extensiveknowledgeinbuildingmaintenanceandcustodialpractices;
• Experienceinpolicyandprocedures;
• Mustbeabletounderstandandfollowwrittenandoralinstructionsandprocedureswithout constant supervision;
• Understandingoftheinterrelationshipsbetweenservicesandsystems;
• Mustbeabletoworkindependentlyandefficiently;
• Abilitytore…