Custodian

Housing Matters • Santa Cruz, CA, US, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Housing Matters partners with individuals and families to create pathways out of their homelessness into permanent housing. We are a leader in working to end homelessness – and we want you to be part of our team! We are looking for individuals eager to make a difference and willing to enthusiastically commit to join in our vision that homelessness in Santa Cruz County should be rare, brief, and non-recurring. Working under the supervision of the Facilities Manager and Lead Custodian, the custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of Housing Matters' multiple buildings and grounds, including the Rebele Family Shelter, the Day Services Center, and the Page Smith Community House and Recuperative Care Center.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to speak English fluently required.
• Regular standing, walking, sitting, crouching, stooping, and communication are required.
• Requires frequent lifting, reaching, pulling, pushing, lifting objects, and operating equipment.
• Requires the ability to lift 60 lbs.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to answer emails and utilize basic Google Suite and Microsoft Office platforms.
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License and have a clean driving record in order to perform various required functions of this position.
• Thorough knowledge of standard cleaning and safety procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of methods, materials, and techniques used for custodial work.
• Thorough knowledge of operating and caring for custodial supplies and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of safety and PPE standards.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish-speaking a plus.
• Previous cleaning and maintenance experience in a shelter, commercial, clinical, or healthcare environment is preferred.
• Blood Borne Pathogens training certification preferred (training available upon hire and offered by the facility).

Responsibilities

• Perform specific cleaning and custodial tasks in the general upkeep, sanitation, and cleanliness of the facility.
• Disinfect rooms, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and supplies, using appropriate processes and germicides for cleaning equipment.
• Assist Facilities Manager and Maintenance Technician with room turnover and pallet shelter turnover.
• Clean bathrooms, offices, and rooms/pallets as needed.
• Clean windows, sweep and mop floors.
• Pick up trash on Housing Matters grounds and surrounding areas.
• Operate compactor/ take out trash.
• Operate carpet cleaning machine.
• Operate power washing machine.
• Perform light maintenance repairs as directed by Facilities Manager.
• Maintain adequate cleaning supplies for department/unit use.
• Properly clean and store all equipment and supplies after each shift.
• Utilize appropriate PPE.
• Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations and furniture for facility functions.
• Follow all infection control measures.
• When necessary, travel to various locations in order to purchase supplies, transport supplies, transport various materials between specified locations, etc., while using a Housing Matters vehicle.
• Other duties assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 403b, and generous PTO plan.
• 6 Medical plans - 100% employee coverage on select plans.
• Dental - 100% employee coverage.
• Vision - 100% employee coverage.
• Life insurance (UNUM) - 100% employee coverage.
• Chiropractic and Acupuncture (for those who elect medical insurance) - 100% employee coverage.
• 403b Retirement Savings matched up to 3% dollar-for-dollar with no vesting period.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Travel Assistance.
• PTO: accrues to 20 days annually, 1 paid floating holiday, 9 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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