Custodian

Description

Summary of Position

The Custodian is responsible for the custodial work in and outside of the building and surrounding grounds. An employee in this position is responsible for performing a variety of cleaning duties as well as minor maintenance tasks.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Office Cleaning:
  
  

Empty wastebaskets

Sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors

Dusting all parts of the office that can be reached while standing on the floor

Damp wiping glass and other specified areas

• Cleaning and Servicing Restrooms
  
  

All cleaning work inside restrooms which can be reached while standing on the floor

Emptying waste receptacles

Servicing soap dispensers, toilet paper holders, paper towel dispensers

Dusting windowsills, ledges, grills and similar items

Cleaning tile on walls, mirrors, shelves, dispensers, receptacles, stall partitions and doors

Washing basins, commodes and urinals

Polishing metal work as directed

Sweeping, mopping and scrubbing floors

• Cleaning of Kitchen and Break Room
  
  

Emptying waste receptacles

Servicing soap dispensers, toilet paper holders and towel dispensers

Clean refrigerator and microwave

Wipe table and chairs

Sweep, mop and vacuum floors

Clean counters and sinks

• General Utility Work
  
  

The Job Of Utility Work Does Not Consist Of The Regular Performance Of Single Well-defined Duty. It Includes, But Is Not Limited To Such Activities As

Shampooing, stripping, waxing and buffing floors

Performing special cleaning necessitated by the Center's staff changing and vacating office space or holding special meetings

Snow removal from sidewalks

Cleaning up results of accidents such as coffee and beverage spills, dropped food items, broken glass and many others

Set up and take down of items in conference room for activities scheduled

Wall Washing

Corridor and Reception Area cleaning

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The individual must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and to provide direction for professional and non-professional personnel. The individual must possess good hmnan relations skill, strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively deal with people at different organizational levels both inside and outside the agency. The individual must have well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to develop conceptual alternatives. Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles along with the willingness to incorporate them into existing practices. The individual must have own transportation, a clean driving record and verification of insurance.

Education And/Or Experience

High School graduate or G.E.D. required. Progressive experience in the field of sanitation engineering and at least one (I) year experience as a general Custodian.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility. Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours. Interacts with clients and staff under all conditions and circumstances.

All employees before beginning the job must pass a background check through the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Magdala House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full time employee receives Vacation after one year of service, Paid Holidays, Sick time, Paid Long Term Disability and Term Life Insurance. After 30 days of employment the employee can participate in Health Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Short-term Disability and other optional coverages.

This position may be required to work weekends and overnight shifts.