Lead Custodian

The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence•Fort Drum, NY

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Custodian assists with custodial operations, staff performance counseling and training, and training programs for staff and people supported by the agency. The role monitors supply and equipment use at assigned worksites and communicates supply and equipment needs to the immediate supervisor. The Lead Custodian sets an example through punctuality, strong communication, reliable attendance, and accurate documentation of incidents and training. The position performs and coordinates custodial work, including operating cleaning equipment and maintaining facility areas. It conducts or ensures daily safety inspections, supports safe equipment use, completes required training, follows agency policies and procedures, and complies with CQL, Justice Center, HIPAA, and Corporate Compliance requirements. The role supports the agency’s goals, objectives, philosophy, and values. The Lead Custodian serves as site supervisor and coordinates custodial work during the Project Manager’s absence. The role trains and supervises staff and people supported at the designated worksite and performs cleaning and other duties as business needs dictate. Work takes place throughout the facility, including administrative, warehouse, customer service, and restroom areas. No work-related travel is expected; the employee must provide their own transportation to and from the worksite. The position may require up to 40 hours per week when needed, with a schedule flexible to program needs, including assigned days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

1–2 years of janitorial experience.
Valid and acceptable driver’s license that must be maintained at all times.
Must undergo a criminal background check and pass required background clearances.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Able to move up and down stairs without difficulty and work on one’s feet for prolonged periods.
Able to understand and interpret labels and instructions on chemicals and equipment, as well as Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Knowledgeable in the use and maintenance of light and heavy custodial equipment.
Able to talk or hear regularly; frequently able to stand, walk, lift, use hands to handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms.
Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds.
Must provide own transportation to and from the worksite.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of supervisory experience; preferred but not required.
Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing and documenting performance counseling and custodial training programs for staff and people supported.
Forward supply and equipment needs to the immediate supervisor and monitor use at assigned worksites.
Provide leadership by example through punctuality, strong communication, reliable attendance, and accurate documentation of incidents and training.
Operate custodial equipment and perform cleaning, including floor maintenance, carpet cleaning, trash removal, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, restroom disinfection, stripping and waxing tile floors, and window washing.
Perform or ensure daily safety inspections of worksites to identify hazards and ensure equipment is used safely and properly.
Attend and satisfactorily complete required training; follow agency policies and procedures and comply with CQL, Justice Center, HIPAA, and Corporate Compliance regulations.
Support the agency’s goals, objectives, philosophy, and values.
Serve as site supervisor and coordinate custodial work during the Project Manager’s absence.
Train and supervise staff and people supported at the designated worksite.
Perform needed cleaning and other duties as business dictates.