Lead Custodian

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Denver, CO - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 20 - 27
Posted on: 30-10-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are recruiting for a motivated Lead Custodian to join our team!


We are here for lifes journey.
Where is your life journey taking you

Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves something that connects us all:

Humanity in action Triumph in hardship Transformation in health.

Department

Environmental Services

Job Summary

The Lead Custodian under general supervision may be assigned to any one of several positions to include: patient area cleaner non-patient area cleaner trash technician special care unit cleaner floor care and/or others. Also assists in hands-on training of new staff and re-training of existing staff. Acts in a supervisory role in the absence of the supervisor or manager. Performs huddles in absence of supervisor or manager. Ensures coverage of staff assignments for the shift and may also carry department phone to dispatch service requests. Periodically monitors bed board to ensure patient throughput. This position may also perform other cleaning duties to maintain a clean and aseptic environment throughout the hospital/clinics.

Essential Functions:
  • Performs Lead Custodian duties by functioning as a work leader assisting custodial staff with supply/equipment and training completes work orders inspections and monitoring of work areas and work schedules assures all work completed meets or exceeds cleaning expectations as defined in the EVS Standards for Cleanliness. Keeps record of progress on work completed. (25%)
  • Assists custodial staff and performs daily cleaning sanitizing and servicing of assigned work area as per schedules and procedures by use of appropriate disinfectant cleaners chemicals and equipment - consisting of sweeping dust mopping wet mopping vacuuming rest room cleaning floor care projects and other related duties as required. (25%)
  • Performs daily detail cleaning of assigned area as per schedules and procedures by use of appropriate disinfectant cleaners chemicals and equipment - consisting of washing walls doors frames sills windows baseboards fixtures furniture ceilings vents and light fixtures. (25%)
  • Performs and coordinates project floor work consisting of buffing scrubbing stripping waxing and sealing of hard floor surfaces and bonnet cleaning spot cleaning shampooing and extracting of carpeted floors by use of appropriate cleaning chemicals and equipment. (10%)
  • Collects and disposes of trash and bio-hazard waste by properly containing and transporting to proper disposal locations. Cleans and services equipment maintains janitorial closet and carts supplies stock levels and chemical labeling requirements. (10%)
  • Monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours. Notifies supervisor concerning the need for work orders related to building and equipment repair. (5%)

Education:
  • No High School Diploma and/or No GED Required

Work Experience:
  • 4-6 years 5 years of custodian experience in Health Care Required or
  • 4-6 years 5 years of experience at Denver Health with passing competencies

Licenses:

    Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
    • Knowledge of the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Knowledge of safety hazards and necessary safety precautions sufficient to be able to establish a safety work environment. Knowledge of chemicals and equipment used to clean surface areas sufficient to be able to maintain a clean and orderly work area. Knowledge of proper cleaning methods.
    • Knowledge of and/or ability to learn occasional hazards and safety precautions. Skill in understanding and following oral illustrated written or demonstrated instructions. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work within Health Department standards.
    • Command of English strongly preferred. Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

    Shift

    Work Type

    Regular

    Salary

    $20.00 - $27.71 / hr

    Benefits

    • Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5% and generous medical plans

    • Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

    • On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

    • Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and more

    • Tuition reimbursement & assistance

    • Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

    • Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

    • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

    • National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

    Our Values

    • Respect

    • Belonging

    • Accountability

    • Transparency

    All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

    Denver Health is an integrated high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555-bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 school-based health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety a Public Health Institute an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

    As Colorados primary and essential safety-net institution Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable serving as a pillar for community needs and caring for more than 185000 individuals and 67000 children a year.

    Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

    Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

    Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

    We are recruiting for a motivated Lead Custodian to join our team!We are here for lifes journey.Where is your life journey taking youBeing the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves something that connects us all:Humanity in action Triumph in hardship Transforma...
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    Denver Health is Colorado’s premier hospital & health care institution. Nationally recognized top doctors. Home to Denver Metro's Level I Trauma Center.

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