Custodian - Part Time Evenings

THE ARC OF THE OZARKS • Springfield, MO

3d • $19 - $0 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of the Ozarks is looking for a dependable Part-Time Custodian to help keep our Springfield office buildings clean, safe, and welcoming. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in their work, and has strong attention to detail. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining The Arc of the Ozarks office buildings and grounds in appearance and cleanliness. This individual serves in the capacity of general cleaning duties, sanitation detail, and other tasks that will maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment. The Custodian may be responsible for opening and/or locking up the building if all other employees have left.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning products, sanitation, and health and safety practices.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Basic knowledge and understanding regarding sanitation, cleaning products, and health and safety.
• Good client/customer service skills.
• The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• The ability to maintain a record of punctuality and attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed and insured driver preferred.
• Six months of prior custodial experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• A licensed and insured driver preferred.
• Six months prior Custodial experience preferred.
• Possession of High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning and sanitation of office buildings and facilities.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and locker rooms.
• Dust and wipe furniture and surfaces.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors.
• Empty and clean trash containers and smoking areas.
• Refill restroom supplies and replace light bulbs as needed.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning up after meetings, classrooms, and events.
• Clean and maintain floors, carpets, walls, furniture, and other areas of the buildings.
• Use cleaning equipment and tools such as vacuums, mops, buffers, auto scrubbers, and extractors.
• Clean windows and blinds and maintain cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Help keep sidewalks, stairs, and ramps clear of snow and debris when needed.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies, and tools when necessary.
• Follow proper procedures for the use of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Complete work orders and notify a supervisor when repairs or maintenance needs are identified.
• Assist with inventory and recycling.
• Secure the building at the end of the evening when assigned, including locking doors, turning off lights, and setting the security alarm.
• Maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor when working around staff and program participants.
• Follow The Arc of the Ozarks' mission, policies, and Core Values.
• Performs general cleaning duties required to maintain a neat, clean, and healthy environment.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms/locker rooms using established practices and procedure.
• Cleans, dusts, and wipes furniture, sweeps, mops, or vacuums floors; empties/cleans wastebaskets and trash containers; empties and cleans smoking area and cigarette urns; replaces light bulbs; refills restroom dispensers.
• Assists with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, events, etc.
• Assists with the putting down and taking up of mats in the gym.
• Strips, cleans, buffs, and applies floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors; vacuums and shampoos carpets.
• Uses and maintains assigned power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
• Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.
• Locks and unlocks assigned buildings; secures building when facilities are not in use, sets security alarm, turns off lights.
• Follows instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies.
• Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
• Assists the Director of Maintenance and the Director of Recreation and Education in the care and upkeep of the swimming pool and pool area if applicable.
• Performs cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks, stairs, and ramps within sixteen feet of the building.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on occasion.
• Washes accessible interior and exterior windows.
• Cleans blinds.
• Launders cleaning rags and dust mops.
• Tends to emergencies when necessary.
• Takes classes as required in methods, techniques & products.
• Handles recycling materials.
• Completes work orders and notifies supervisor concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Assists with inventory control and security.
• Takes initiative to problem solve when issues arise or consults a supervisor for the best course of action.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding program participants, etc. according to the Arc policies and maintains a professional demeanor with coworkers, program participants, supervisors, etc.

Benefits

• You'll have the opportunity to make a difference by helping maintain clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for the people we support and the staff who serve them.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED