Custodian

Custodian

Definition

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining The Arc of the Ozarks office buildings and grounds in appearance and cleanliness. This individual serves in the capacity of general cleaning duties sanitation detail and other tasks that will maintain a clean safe and healthy environment.

The Custodian may be responsible for opening and/or locking up the building if all other employees have left.

Essential Job Functions

Domain

Description

Mission and Core Values

Serves as an ambassador of the mission purpose and Core Values of The Arc of the Ozarks

Represents The Arc of the Ozarks when communicating with multiple outside vendors providers and state agencies

Essential Job Tasks

Performs general cleaning duties required to maintain a neat clean and healthy environment.

Cleans and sanitizes restrooms/locker rooms using established practices and procedure.

Cleans dusts and wipes furniture sweeps mops or vacuums floors; empties/cleans wastebaskets and trash containers; empties and cleans smoking area and cigarette urns; replaces light bulbs; refills restroom dispensers.

Assists with the setup of facilities for meetings classrooms events etc. Assists with the putting down and taking up of mats in the gym.

Strips cleans buffs and applies floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors; vacuums and shampoos carpets.

Uses and maintains assigned power equipment and hand tools; buffers auto scrubbers extractors high pressure washers high speed buffers and vacuums brooms mops and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors walls carpets furniture etc.

Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.

Locks and unlocks assigned buildings; secures building when facilities are not in use sets security alarm turns off lights.

Follows instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications. Uses as directed.

Assists the Director of Maintenance and the Director of Recreation and Education in the care and upkeep of the swimming pool and pool area if applicable.

Performs cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks stairs and ramps within sixteen feet of the building.

Move furniture equipment supplies and tools on occasion.

Washes accessible interior and exterior windows. Cleans blinds. Launders cleaning rags and dust mops.

Tends to emergencies when necessary.

Takes classes as required in methods techniques & products.

Handles recycling materials.

Completes work orders and notifies supervisor concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

Assists with inventory control and security.

Takes initiative to problem solve when issues arise or consults a supervisor for the best course of action.

Maintains confidentiality regarding program participants etc. according to the Arc policies and maintains a professional demeanor with coworkers program participants supervisors etc.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Basic knowledge and understanding regarding sanitation cleaning products and health and safety.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to follow oral and written instructions.

The ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

The ability to work effectively with others as a team.

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Good client/customer service skills.

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

The ability to maintain a record of punctuality and attendance.

The ability to lift push or pull weights up to 75 lbs.

A licensed and insured driver preferred.

Minimum Experience and Training Qualifications

Six months prior Custodial experience preferred.

Possession of High School Diploma or GED preferred.