Building Maintenance & Custodian

Spectrum Youth and Family Services•Burlington, VT

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Building Maintenance & Custodian is responsible for performing daily cleaning and basic maintenance & repairs across several locations. Daily cleaning is expected to represent approximately half of this position. Weekly cleaning and additional “deep cleaning” are also required at other Burlington locations. More locations may be added in the future. General maintenance will include basic maintenance such as moving small furniture or items up to 50 lbs., replacing lighting, painting, minimal maintenance/building exterior maintenance, maintaining fixtures, consulting with building/maintenance items, and coordination with outside vendors on larger projects.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in general construction or minor repairs & maintenance.
A valid driver’s license.
Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, push/pull, and lift.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and 80 lbs. occasionally.
Ability to push/pull up to 50 lbs. regularly and 80 lbs. occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Strong organizational, record-keeping and fiscal monitoring skills.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to organize work and manage time to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines, including the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to actively support diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts by participating in ongoing training and professional development.

Responsibilities

Perform daily cleaning at the Burlington Drop-in, Pearl Street Residence, The Landing and The Nightly Shelter, including vacuuming, trash removal, surface cleaning, mopping, and bathroom/office cleaning.
Conduct weekly extended cleaning at the Burlington Drop-in, Pearl Street Residence, and The Landing.
Perform cleaning at other Burlington properties twice a week.
Proactively maintain the cleanliness and appearance of all Spectrum properties and spaces.
Perform basic maintenance and repairs to Spectrum property, spaces, furniture, or on behalf of staff.
Maintain and prioritize staff maintenance requests.
Assemble furniture.
Perform painting.
Conduct general building maintenance.
Deliver packages and furniture between locations.
Perform minor landscaping/exterior building cleaning.
Coordinate with outside vendors on larger building or maintenance projects.