Equinox
Custodian
Equinox, Albany, New York, us, 12237
Custodian
Albany, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Albany+NY+USA+12206)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Equinox is a non-profit human services organization in the Capital Region.
For more than 40 years, Equinox has reached out to people who need us most with innovative and effective programs that truly change lives, allowing us to fulfill our purpose of helping those we serve move forward on their paths to recovery, healing, and independence.
Position Summary:Under the general supervision of the Senior Custodian, the Custodian performs janitorial functions related to building cleanliness, safety and order.
Performs general cleaning operations in and near any designated office, common, restroom, kitchen and recreation areas.
Clean floor areas by sweeping, dusting, damp mopping and buffing.
Perform other janitorial duties such as dusting window sills, blinds and moldings, cleaning stairs, glass doors and panels, vacuuming and removing spots from carpets, wet mopping and buffing halls and lobbies, cleaning and disinfecting drinking fountains, cleaning elevators, watering plants and washing soiled areas of partitions, doors and walls.
As conditions require, wax and polish floor areas, shampoo carpeting as needed.
Maintain restrooms in a clean and orderly manner by mopping floors, washing sinks, counter-tops and other surfaces, washing showers, toilets, partitions and soiled areas of walls, mirrors; and cleaning and disinfecting fixtures.
Clean and fill soap, paper and other dispensing equipment.
Prepare list of needed janitorial supplies and notify supervisor of needs.
Complete daily task list.
Empty trash containers and replace liners on a daily basis.
Dust desks and office furniture and equipment such as fire extinguishers and telephones.
Use of commercial vacuum cleaners, electric or battery powered sweeping, scrubbing, polishing and buffing machines.
General use of janitorial hand tools and equipment such as brooms, mops, snow shovels, street brooms, pails, wringers, sponges, dusters and mopping assembly.
Notify Maintenance of nonfunctioning light bulbs in light fixtures, exit signs, and emergency lighting in all agency facilities.
Any and all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Physical Requirements:
Ability to operate heavy equipment (floor buffer, vacuums, carpet cleaner)
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; move furniture.
Ability to walk up and down stairs in multiple-story buildings.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must have a clean, valid NYS Driver License with reliable transportation to travel between sites
Preferred Qualifications:
At least three years of janitorial/maintenance experience preferred.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b), Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time off, paid holidays, Group Life, Short -Term Disability and more!
Equinox, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.
Salary Description
17.00
Albany, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Albany+NY+USA+12206)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Equinox is a non-profit human services organization in the Capital Region.
For more than 40 years, Equinox has reached out to people who need us most with innovative and effective programs that truly change lives, allowing us to fulfill our purpose of helping those we serve move forward on their paths to recovery, healing, and independence.
Position Summary:Under the general supervision of the Senior Custodian, the Custodian performs janitorial functions related to building cleanliness, safety and order.
Performs general cleaning operations in and near any designated office, common, restroom, kitchen and recreation areas.
Clean floor areas by sweeping, dusting, damp mopping and buffing.
Perform other janitorial duties such as dusting window sills, blinds and moldings, cleaning stairs, glass doors and panels, vacuuming and removing spots from carpets, wet mopping and buffing halls and lobbies, cleaning and disinfecting drinking fountains, cleaning elevators, watering plants and washing soiled areas of partitions, doors and walls.
As conditions require, wax and polish floor areas, shampoo carpeting as needed.
Maintain restrooms in a clean and orderly manner by mopping floors, washing sinks, counter-tops and other surfaces, washing showers, toilets, partitions and soiled areas of walls, mirrors; and cleaning and disinfecting fixtures.
Clean and fill soap, paper and other dispensing equipment.
Prepare list of needed janitorial supplies and notify supervisor of needs.
Complete daily task list.
Empty trash containers and replace liners on a daily basis.
Dust desks and office furniture and equipment such as fire extinguishers and telephones.
Use of commercial vacuum cleaners, electric or battery powered sweeping, scrubbing, polishing and buffing machines.
General use of janitorial hand tools and equipment such as brooms, mops, snow shovels, street brooms, pails, wringers, sponges, dusters and mopping assembly.
Notify Maintenance of nonfunctioning light bulbs in light fixtures, exit signs, and emergency lighting in all agency facilities.
Any and all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Physical Requirements:
Ability to operate heavy equipment (floor buffer, vacuums, carpet cleaner)
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; move furniture.
Ability to walk up and down stairs in multiple-story buildings.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must have a clean, valid NYS Driver License with reliable transportation to travel between sites
Preferred Qualifications:
At least three years of janitorial/maintenance experience preferred.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b), Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time off, paid holidays, Group Life, Short -Term Disability and more!
Equinox, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status.
Salary Description
17.00