LEAD CUSTODIAN

NHA•San Diego, CA

1d•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

Knowledge of materials, supplies and equipment utilized in cleaning activities
Knowledge of proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, janitorial tools and equipment
Knowledge of use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work
Knowledge of safety practices and equipment related to the work
Knowledge of proper mixing and dilution of cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents
Knowledge of 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)
One to three years related experience and/or training
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