Custodian

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance & Custodial Manager, the custodian has the primary responsibility for cleaning our facilities in such a way to promote health and safety while reducing the spread of infection. It is the role of the custodian to follow daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules for our facilities including, but not limited to the classrooms, kitchen, office areas, bathrooms, storage areas and entrances. The custodian follows the cleaning schedule when the children are not in the child care centers so no interference with their care occurs. The custodian will primarily be assigned one of the organization's four buildings to clean but will be trained to clean all buildings in case coverage or assistance is needed. The custodian may also be responsible for performing additional duties not stipulated below. If so, these duties are specified as an addendum to this description. These additional duties may include general building and grounds maintenance, laundry, etc. This custodial position is part-time, evenings, 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

Ensure spaces are clean and prepared for the next day by completing the following:

• Clean buildings by using cleaning solutions to remove stains and clean surfaces.
• Empty waste containers and remove all trash to the designated area.
• Sweep and mop floors and vacuum carpets
• Clean restrooms, wash and sanitize toilets, sinks and restock disposables (e.g. soap)
• Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, closing windows and setting up the alarm and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• May undertake occasional tasks such as shoveling snow from the sidewalk, lifting heavy items, moving furniture etc.
• Clean windows and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Dust furniture, shelving and vents.
• Identify and report possible repairs

Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

The following requirements are those that are normally required for the performance of this position. Any disabled applicant who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.

Physical Requirements:

This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting, or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking, and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 90% of the time.

Non-Physical Requirements:

Education

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

Experience

• 1 years experience in related Custodial work
• Equivalent combination of education or experience sufficient to successfully perform essential duties

Special Skills

• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Ability to understand both verbal and written instructions
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and conscientiousness
• Experience in using basic cleaning solutions and equipment
• Follow safe work practices and guidelines

Licensure, Registration, Certification

• Valid Washington State drives license and agency required minimum liability insurance
• Must be submitted to a background check per Agency guidelines

Employment is conditional upon:

• Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required

Wage:$18.00 - $22.00 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule:Monday - Friday, 6pm-10pm

Benefits:

• 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year
• Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities
• Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment
• Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities
• Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment
• Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment
• Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft
• Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools
• Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment

It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.