Custodian-PT

Ninos•Brownsville, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of facilities. The Custodian will perform a variety of cleaning tasks, assist with event setups, and perform minor maintenance and repair work. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. The Custodian will also support the Head Start program's goals for child wellbeing and academic success.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have no criminal record or criminal charges pending
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with liability insurance
Must have or be willing to obtain First Aide/CPR certification
Must have a clear TB and physical examination before first day of employment
Must have some basic understanding or experience in conducting minor maintenance and repair work as well as general custodial work
Averages four hours of standing, walking, lifting, and operating machinery in a usual workday
Requires employee to occasionally crawl and twist in performing duties
Needs to carry up to 50 pounds, occasionally
Uses lower extremities frequently in simple/firm movement and balancing
Maintains head/neck continuously in flexing movements and occasionally in static position & rotational/extension movements
Needs appropriate or corrected vision, requires the ability to judge distance and space relationships, uses peripheral vision while eyes are fixed, uses eye adjustment in doing near point work, and requires the ability to identify and distinguish colors
Does frequent speaking/hearing tasks with staff, co-workers, parents and supervisors
Performs work area surveys to prevent injuries or accidents
Exposure to indifferent outdoor weather conditions (cold, heat, sun, rain etc.)
Accepts responsibility for the direction, control, and/or planning of job related activities
Communicates and works effectively with parents, community, staff and immediate supervisor
Works on repetitive duties according to set procedures with precision and thoroughness
Performs a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
Maintains confidentiality and avoids gossip
Works in stressful situations
Maintains equipment in good working order
Practices safety by: Complying with safety rules, Maintaining a clean and safe working environment, Using safety equipment (support belts, goggles, etc.), Using proper climbing equipment

Nice To Haves

Have a High School Diploma
Be Bilingual – able or willing to learn to speak, read and write English and Spanish
Be a local resident of Cameron or Willacy County
Be a person sensitive to the needs of the poor and disadvantaged

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedure
Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers, and refill restroom dispensers
Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets
Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools, buffers, vacuums, brooms, mops and any other equipment
Lock and unlock assigned buildings: secure building when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights
Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies
Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing debris from sidewalks and stairs
Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis
Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds.
Launder cleaning rags and dust mops
Maintains green areas mowed and well groomed
Supports the efforts of Head Start families in the enhancement of their children's healthy wellbeing and academic success
Performs any other duties assigned by supervisor relative to program operations
Works on weekends, holidays, and/or evenings on especial assigned projects and/or tasks on request of the Executive/Head Start Director