LEAD CUSTODIAN

Neighborhood House Association•San Diego, CA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Custodian Supervisor, oversees the day-to-day duties of all custodians while performing custodial and cleaning duties at the NHA administrative offices and Conference Center; prepares Conference Center rooms and facilities for meetings; assists in assigning custodian work schedules and in coordinating special cleaning jobs with Department Heads.

Requirements

Materials, supplies and equipment utilized in cleaning activities.
Proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, janitorial tools and equipment;
Use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work;
Safety practices and equipment related to the work;
Proper mixing and dilution of cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents.
Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
Understand and follow written and oral instructions;
Safely operate automobiles and small vans;
Complete assignments independently without immediate supervision;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret miscellaneous drawings and schematics.
Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures.
Certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be met within 90 days of employment. A valid California driver's license is required upon hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Must meet and maintain State law and County licensing requirements regarding employment in a childcare center (Fingerprints, TB, Physical, Immunizations).

Responsibilities

Oversees the day-to-day duties of all custodians;
Assigns and directs work;
Addresses complaints and recommends solutions;
Reports any disciplinary concerns to the Area Director;
Assigns substitute custodian to areas where primary custodian is absent.
Sweeps, mops, scrubs and polishes floors; sweeps and vacuums rugs; spot-cleans carpets;
Dusts and polishes furniture and yard work;
Empties, cleans and lines waste receptacles and disposes of trash;
Washes doors, windows, walls, ceilings and furniture;
Cleans microwave ovens, stoves, coffee pots, refrigerators and kitchen appliances;
Polishes metalwork;
Cleans and disinfects restrooms;
Restocks restroom supplies as necessary;
Reports the need for maintenance and repair;
Strips, seals and buffs floors;
Cleans carpets
Closes windows, turns off lights and locks doors to secure buildings;
Maintains equipment and materials in proper condition;
Keeps basic records of work performed, time sheets, etc.;
Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in a safe condition;
Corrects or reports any safety or fire hazards;
Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectant and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use;
Uses a wide variety of tools, equipment and supplies;
Sets up conference rooms for meetings; sets up sound systems, VCRs and CCTV systems;
Assists in maintaining the Conference Center master calendar;
Cleans lighting fixtures and replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes;
May assist other maintenance personnel in maintaining buildings and fixtures; operates vehicles to deliver supplies and materials between various NHA sites;
Operates vehicles to pick up and deliver individuals to Conference Center meetings;
Moves office furniture and equipment and may make minor repairs.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

15 Holidays Days
401(K) Retirement 6% Match
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement up $2,500
2 Personal Days
Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Agency-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Live Well Program
4 Paid Days Annual Bereavement (Note Total of 5 days of bereavement leave per loss)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
Voluntary Benefits: Life and AD&D Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Medical and dental benefits are provided to regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week.