Janitor 16XBurnside Recovery Center
Portland, OR - USA
Job Summary
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The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents at Central City Concerns locations as assigned. Duties include performing daily tasks such as cleaning lobbies hallways unoccupied offices bathrooms common areas and residential rooms. They also assist with leadership training oversight of crew and conduct safety and quality inspections.
A successful applicant for the Central City Concern Janitorial position should demonstrate reliability and a strong sense of personal duty taking pride in their work. They must possess a solid understanding of policies and processes ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and in accordance with established guidelines. This role requires individuals who are committed to maintaining a clean environment and are motivated to contribute positively to the community.
Program: 16 x Burnside Recovery Centeris a 74-bed residential treatment center in SE Portland. The center was established to offer an extended period of residential treatment for individuals who would benefit from additional time before transitioning to recovery-supportive housing and intensive outpatient treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Referrals come from Hooper the Multnomah County withdrawal management continuum and culturally specific programs. 16 x Burnside Recovery Center also features a co-located Primary Care Clinic for residents.
Company: Since 1979 the Portland community has trusted Central City Concern (CCC) to help people create meaningful long-term change. Every year we serve more than 13000 people experiencing or at risk of homelessness with affordable and supportive housing person-centered health care addiction recovery and employment assistance. By providing health care housing and jobs CCC is ending homelessness in Portland and helping people achieve their highest potential.
Schedule: Wednesday-Sunday 11:30am - 8:00pm (Monday & Tuesdays Off)
Location: 16XBurnside Recovery Center 1616 E Burnside St. Portland OR
Compensation: $22.73 - $30.15/hour.Final comp will be determined based on relevant experience education credentials/licensure and internal equity. External candidates: Offer max $26.37/hr per our Union contract.
Seniority Bid Window: Open: 6/29/26 Closes: 7/7/26
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have at least six months experience in interior and exterior janitorial cleaning and pest control.
- Must be trained or be able to be trained in bio-hazard cleanup.
- Must be able to read write and understand English.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen TB test and background check. Must have the ability to work in all C.C.C. Housing buildings and outside locations.
- Ability to adhere to Central City Concerns drug-free workplace which encourages a safe healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Ace of 1988. An employee shall not in the workplace unlawfully manufacture distribute dispense possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
- Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform duties.
- Valid drivers license preferred. If required to drive must pass a DMV background check and be designated as an acceptable driver as outlined in Central City Concerns Fleet Safety Policy. If required to drive must pass an initial drivers training within 60 days of being an approved driver and continue recertification training.
- Will be required to carry an agency cell phone for work use. A cell phone will be provided by Central City Concern.
- Must have the ability to walk bend stoop kneel squat twist reach pull and lift heavy objects carry 10 to 30 pounds frequently and climb stairs with reasonable or no accommodation.
- Must adhere to agencys non-discrimination policies.
- Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds religious views political affiliations cultural backgrounds lifestyles and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Regularly assess buildings for hazards and fire code violations to maintain compliance. Submit and track maintenance requests to resolution.
- Assist with leadership training and oversight of crew.
- Clean lobbies hallways unoccupied offices bathrooms common areas and residential rooms.
- Responsible for program storage rooms and recycling of outdated items. Partners with Case Managers for prior-resident outreach.
- Responsible for maintaining SDS and teaching staff how to access and use.
- Responsible for stocking and inventory of all janitorial supplies.
- Assist with other janitorial duties as needed and provide back-up for absences. May float to other sites to provide support as needed.
- Clean windows floors countertops elevators appliances and fixtures.
- Sweeping mopping dusting vacuuming washing disinfecting and polishing.
- Lead and train trainees and on-call workers on the crew.
- Assist with janitorial duties at various locations.
- Clean sidewalks and other outside public areas as directed.
- Polishing floors cleaning carpets and pressure washing exterior surfaces.
- Identify pests such as roaches and bed bugs.
- Spray for and remove pests such as roaches and bed bugs.
- Perform follow-up clean up after pest sprays including vacuuming of pests and disposal of bed bug infested property.
- Maintain work areas and vehicles in safe clean and orderly manner.
- Complete all necessary paperwork.
- Deliver supplies and equipment.
- Inventory label and store tenants properties.
- Attend all required meetings and training.
- Adhere to safety procedures.
- Adhere to all state and federal privacy and security regulations applicable to the program and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality privacy and security. This includes immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department as well as to your supervisor or their designee.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to use cleaning agents such as soap polish disinfectants etc.
- Ability to learn how to operate various cleaning equipment i.e. extractors buffers power washers vacuums steam cleaners.
- Ability to recognize identify and remove pests such as roaches and bed bugs.
- Ability to learn applicable safety policies and procedures including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and the ability to apply workplace and job-site safety standards.
- Knowledge of proper chemicals and application of chemicals specific to pest control and bio-hazard clean ups.
- Ability to identify bio-hazard situations and clean in accordance with OSHA standards and regulations.
- Ability to walk bend stoop lift and carry 10 to 30 pounds frequently.
- Ability to do overhead work.
- Ability to interact courteously with the public on the telephone or in person.
- Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
- Ability to complete all necessary paperwork.
- Ability to comprehend and apply written and oral instruction.
- Ability to work in all adverse weather conditions includes but not limited to rain wind heat cold snow and ice.
AFSCME Union:
This role is a Union Represented position through;âAmerican Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). âYou can find more information about your representation here
Benefits at Central City Concern:
We offer incredible benefits to our employees including an extensive total rewards package competitive compensation medical dental vision Student loan repayment options and retirement savings matching plans!â
- Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks of PTO accrual per year!â Accrual amount/rate increases with longevity.ââ
- Up to 11 recognized Holidays and 2 personal holidays (dependent on work shift schedule).
- Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 4.25% in your 1st year 6% in the 2ndâyear and 8% in your 3rdâyear!
- Comprehensive Medical Vision and Dental insurance coverage.â
- Employer-Paid Life Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Insurance!â
- Sabbatical Program offering extended time off at years 7 14 and 21.
This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of the position.
As an agency deeply rooted in recovery part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances even for those legal at the state level.
Central City Concern is a second chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations contractual requirements or the duties of this job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.â
About Company
Helping people in the Portland Oregon area find home, regain health and move toward long-term stability and success.