Lead Custodian

Denver Health • Denver, CO

2d • $21 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Custodian works under general supervision and may be assigned to patient-area or non-patient-area cleaning, trash collection, special care unit cleaning, floor care, or other custodial duties. The role assists with hands-on training for new and existing staff and acts in a supervisory capacity when a supervisor or manager is absent. It may also conduct huddles, ensure shift assignment coverage, carry a department phone to dispatch service requests, and monitor the bed board to support patient throughput. The position helps maintain a clean and aseptic environment throughout the hospital and clinics.

The Lead Custodian serves as a work leader, supporting staff with supplies, equipment, and training; completing work orders and inspections; monitoring work areas and schedules; and documenting progress. The role performs routine and detail cleaning, coordinates floor-care projects, manages trash and biohazard waste, maintains equipment and janitorial supplies, and monitors building safety and security.

Requirements

• Five years of custodian experience in health care, or five years of experience at Denver Health with passing competencies.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment needed to perform the job.
• Knowledge of safety hazards and precautions sufficient to establish a safe work environment.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and proper cleaning methods.
• Ability to learn about occasional hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to understand and follow oral, illustrated, written, or demonstrated instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work within Health Department standards.
• Ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

Nice To Haves

• Command of English is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist custodial staff with supplies, equipment, and training; complete work orders and inspections; monitor work areas and schedules; ensure cleaning meets EVS Standards for Cleanliness; and keep records of progress.
• Assist staff and perform daily cleaning, sanitizing, and servicing of assigned areas, including sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, vacuuming, restroom cleaning, and floor-care duties.
• Perform detailed cleaning of assigned areas, including walls, doors, frames, sills, windows, baseboards, fixtures, furniture, ceilings, vents, and light fixtures.
• Perform and coordinate floor-care projects, including buffing, scrubbing, stripping, waxing, sealing, bonnet cleaning, spot cleaning, shampooing, and carpet extraction.
• Collect and dispose of trash and biohazard waste using appropriate containment and transport procedures.
• Clean and service equipment; maintain janitorial closets and carts, supply stock levels, and chemical labeling requirements.
• Monitor building security and safety, including locking doors after operating hours, and notify a supervisor when building or equipment repair work orders are needed.
• Train new staff and retrain existing staff; act in a supervisory role and conduct huddles when the supervisor or manager is absent.
• Ensure staff assignment coverage for the shift, potentially dispatch service requests using the department phone, and periodically monitor the bed board to support patient throughput.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
• 100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
• Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
• Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
• Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other offerings.
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
• Education, coaching, and professional development through the Workforce Development Center, with internal career growth and advancement pathways.
• Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer, with free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
• National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps-eligible employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed