Custodian Job at Grand St Settlement, Inc. in New York

POSITION: Custodian

DEPARTMENT: Administration

LOCATION: Grand St Settlement @ 80 Pitt

REPORTS TO: Facilities Manager

SALARY: $21.63/hour

START DATES: ASAP

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 2 pm - 10 pm

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, the custodian is responsible for maintaining the center premises and its equipment in clean, safe and comfortable conditions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous related experiences in general janitorial duties, such as cleaning, repairing and painting
• Ability to read and write in order to follow written work schedules and keep inventory
• Acquire 3 Fire safety examinations within the probation period of employment, F-01, F-07, and S-95.

PRE- EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply)
• Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency's policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Staff shall be responsible for:

• Cleaning: Responsible for sweeping, mopping, waxing all floors on site. Ensuring rest rooms and all spaces on site are free of debris, dust, and dirt as well as maintaining sanitary conditions throughout the day. This includes removing and cleaning garbage bins, washing walls and surfaces, cleaning fixtures, toilets and washbowls.
• Supplies and Equipment: Keeping inventory of distributed sanitary supplies and requesting more when needed; Repairing peeling paint, play equipment, furniture and other repairs on site as needed; Assisting in moving heavy items throughout the site.
• Daily maintenance of site health and safety: Responsible for immediately repairing hazardous conditions on site, such as within the classroom, contacting New York City Housing Authority, if located at a NYCHA to place tickets on necessary repairs that require NYCHA maintenance. Report to the Facilities Manager of any necessary repairs and conditions. Work collaboratively with the Facilities Manager to resolve any facility issues.
• Work collaboratively with other building maintenance staff
• Ability to lift 35 pounds
• Other duties as assigned

Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact at least two (2) professional references should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center.

https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=grandst&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US

No phone calls, please

Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)