Custodial Trainee (Commercial Contract)

Peckham, Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Peckham is a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization that provides vocational rehabilitation and training opportunities for people with significant disabilities and/or other barriers to employment. The Custodial Services Trainee performs general custodial work, including cleaning restrooms, public areas, classrooms, offices, and conference rooms. The role is suited to a flexible, diligent communicator who can receive feedback and resolve basic issues with support from an on-site Supervisor or Crew Leader. New Hire Orientation and in-person training are required before placement at a site. The placement site may change based on contract requirements or business needs. This is a part-time position in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a stated wage of $15.00 per hour and a shift from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The jobs are open to all abilities, with preference given to individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to read and/or interpret written or pictorial materials such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, schedules, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate verbally, gesturally, or in writing.
Must pass and maintain background checks.
Must meet the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to commit to a regular schedule.
Must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Stock and organize storage closets and custodial carts.
Routinely clean restrooms, conference rooms, breakrooms, classrooms, and offices.
Routinely clean mirrors and glass.
Operate commercial cleaning equipment.
Maintain grounds, including snow removal as needed.
Routinely vacuum carpeting and matting.
Routinely clean flights of stairs.
Dry and wet mop hard flooring areas.
Periodically dust horizontal and vertical ledges.
Inspect and maintain equipment daily and report deficiencies.
Produce quality work in an ever-changing environment.
Maintain excellent customer service standards.
Follow proper security and safety standards at building sites.
Apply ergonomic standards appropriate to custodial tasks and equipment.
Use a teamwork approach for projects.
Promote Peckham’s vision, values, and services to customers and stakeholders.
Complete and maintain required trainings and certifications.
Receive and implement constructive feedback professionally.
Perform other assigned duties and training as needed.