CUSTODIAN/MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

NHA•Escondido, CA

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Lead Custodian, performs custodial and cleaning duties at the NHA Head Start sites and administrative offices; prepares rooms and facilities for meetings; and performs related duties as assigned. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

Requirements

Knowledge of proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, janitorial tools and equipment
Knowledge of use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work
Knowledge of safety practices and equipment related to the work
Knowledge of proper mixing and dilution of cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents
Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
Ability to safely operate automobiles and small vans
Ability to complete assignments independently without immediate supervision
Ability to be flexible with work schedule and assigned sites
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work
Graduation from high school, or G.E.D. equivalent
One year of custodial experience
Certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be met within 90 days of employment
Must meet and maintain State law and County licensing requirements regarding employment in a childcare center (Fingerprints, TB, Physical and Immunizations)

Responsibilities

Sweeps, mops, scrubs and polishes floors; sweeps and vacuums rugs; spot-cleans carpets
Dusts and polishes furniture and word work
Empties, cleans and lines waste receptacles and disposes of trash
Washes doors, windows, walls, ceilings and furniture
Cleans microwave ovens, stoves, coffee pots, refrigerators and kitchen appliances
Polishes metalwork
Cleans and disinfects restrooms; Restocks restroom supplies as necessary
Reports the need for maintenance and repair
Strips, seals and buffs floors
Closes windows, turns off lights and locks doors to secure buildings
Maintains equipment and materials in proper condition
Keeps basic records of work performed, time sheets, etc.
Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in a safe condition
Corrects or reports any safety or fire hazards
Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectant and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use
Uses a wide variety of tools, equipment and supplies
Sets up conference rooms for meetings; sets up sound systems, VCRs and CCTV systems
Cleans lighting fixtures and replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes
May assist other maintenance personnel in maintaining buildings and fixtures
Operates vehicles to deliver supplies and materials between various NHA sites
Moves office furniture and equipment and may make minor repairs
May be assigned to different sites (floater)
Other duties as assigned