Description

Job Summary: The Custodian is responsible for performing custodial duties, minor maintenance and other miscellaneous duties in order to ensure that building and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe and sanitary manner. Knowledge or willingness to learn proper cleaning techniques is essential.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collect trash and replace garbage liners, clean garbage receptacles as required
• Dust and cleaning of all furniture, fixtures, and horizontal surfaces as required
• Vacuum all carpeted areas, mop tile and concrete floor areas as required
• Wash, disinfect, and restock all restroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, paper and soap dispensers as required
• Empty trash in all washrooms, clean mirrors, walls and toilet partitions
• Cleaning window sills and windows
• Perform and/or report minor maintenance repairs and any damages
• Maintain janitor closets in a clean, organized and safe manner
• Maintain janitorial equipment in a clean, safe and operable condition
• Proper labeling, dilution and use of all chemicals
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Qualifications:

• The custodian reports to the Lead Custodian and the Custodial Supervisor and cares for the Main building/facilities and equipment. Maintaining these responsibilities will help to ensure the health, safety and security of the public.
• Strong follow-through on delegated tasks and assignments
• Ability to operate and use tools/equipment
• Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Good client/customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively independently or with a team
• Basic knowledge of general housekeeping methods and practices, cleaning products and use

Physical Demands: The Custodian position is a physically demanding position. The work requires routine walking, standing, bending, lifting heavy objects.