Custodian

Broetje Family Trust•Pasco, WA

About The Position

The Custodian maintains a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for staff and guests. The role performs cleaning, sanitation, and basic maintenance duties to keep facilities well-maintained and compliant with health and safety standards. Work includes cleaning office spaces in the Collegium building, Leo Center, Rec Center, and Leasing Office, as well as thoroughly cleaning vacant apartment units in the Tierra Vida community. The Custodian reports to the Jubilee Foundation Director. This is a full-time, hourly position paying $20.00 per hour. Primary hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; scheduled hours and start times may change based on business needs.

Requirements

Able to understand and carry out instructions with minimal supervision.
Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, chemicals, and safety procedures.
Experience operating cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, buffers, and carpet cleaners.
Demonstrates collaborative teamwork and a positive attitude.
Strong time-management skills to meet deadlines efficiently.
Excellent customer-service, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills.
Maintains discretion and confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and organizational operations.
Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Able to perform physical work for extended periods, including bending, stretching, twisting, reaching, and maintaining balance.

Nice To Haves

Cleaning, janitorial, maintenance, or housekeeping experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, and polish floors; vacuum carpets and rugs.
Clean walls, ceilings, vents, light fixtures, baseboards, windows, screens, glass partitions, and mirrors.
Dust and clean office and public-space surfaces, with particular attention to high-touch surfaces.
Empty trash and waste bins and dispose of waste properly.
Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and other supplies.
Follow safety procedures for cleaning chemicals and equipment; handle, store, and dispose of cleaning products and hazardous materials properly.
Maintain cleaning tools and equipment in proper working condition and use personal protective equipment as required.
Identify and respond appropriately to safety hazards, including spills, debris, and obstructions, using signage as needed.
Inspect assigned areas and notify the Director and building stewards about major building or operating-system repairs.
Maintain the assigned building's custodian closet and request cleaning and maintenance supplies and equipment from the Director.
Keep entrances, sidewalks, and surrounding grounds clean and free of debris.
Assist with setting up and removing decorations, tables, and chairs for events and meetings.
Clean and sanitize apartment kitchens, including counters, cabinets, sinks, faucets, backsplashes, range hoods, and appliances.
Deep-clean refrigerators, ovens, stovetops, microwaves, dishwashers, and other appliances.
Clean apartment walls, doors, door frames, baseboards, windowsills, light fixtures, and vents.
Vacuum, shampoo, spot-clean, or steam-clean carpets as needed and remove stains, marks, adhesive residue, and scuffs from surfaces.
Remove trash, debris, abandoned property, and unwanted materials from apartment units and prepare units to meet cleanliness standards for incoming residents.
Open, close, lock, and secure buildings and rooms as assigned.
Perform scheduled deep-cleaning projects and assist with moving furniture, equipment, and supplies.
Participate in training related to custodial services, safety, and facility operations.
Respond promptly to staff and guest requests and perform other duties as assigned.