Job Details
Position: Custodian
Reports to: Director of Operations
Supervises: N/A
Summary of Position:
The custodian is responsible for the overall cleanliness and proper maintenance of the shelter facility. He/she is a member of the Operations team.
Essential Responsibilities:
Some of the essential responsibilities of the Custodian include, but are not limited to:
- Cleans dormitories, bathrooms, community areas, and offices.
- Performs light maintenance and repairs to shelter facilities
- Is responsible for cleanliness and upkeep of grounds (pick up trash, snow removal, maintain grounds and garden areas, etc.).
- Strips, shampoos, and waxes floors.
- Washes dry and puts away all linens. Maintains linen closet and reports to supervisor when additional linens are needed.
- Maintains the inventory of cleaning and laundry equipment and supplies. Reports to supervisor when cleaning supplies need to be ordered and when repairs are needed.
- Assists with accepting, moving, and storing donations. Controls access to donations by residents and secures donations as appropriate. Issue receipts to donors.
- Participates in staff meetings and required training.
- Provides a positive role model for residents.
- Works flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and overnights as assigned.
- Models a caring, concerned, and respectful attitude toward residents.
- Is familiar with and complies with policies and procedures of New Hope Housing.
- Transports residents in agency vehicles, including the agency's 15-passenger van on an as-needed basis and only when requested by the supervisor.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
This position requires the following:
- Previous custodial experience.
- Ability to complete a variety of routine tasks on a regular schedule.
- Commitment to the mission and values of New Hope Housing.
- Ability and interest in working with those who are homeless and being aware of their needs.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- The ability to successfully pass a background check and possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record to be approved by our insurance carrier.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
ADA Statement: New Hope Housing Inc. will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any person in need of accommodation should contact Human Resources directly for assistance.
New Hope Housing is proud to be an EOE/ADA employer that values diversity.