Center Custodian

Description

Company name: Philadelphia Corporation for Aging

Title of position: CENTER CUSTODIAN

Position type: Full Time

Pay range: $43,050.00 - $51,273.24 (varies based upon experience.)

Location: Firehouse Active Adult Center

THE ORGANIZATION

A private nonprofit organization founded in 1973, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) is a large agency that is part of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) nationwide network. Founded as a result of the federal Older Americans Act, the AAAs are mandated to “facilitate the area-wide development and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated system for providing long-term care in home and community-based settings, in a manner responsive to the needs and preferences of older individuals and their family caregivers.” PCA carries out this mission through advocacy, stewardship of public funding, planning, development and administration of programs, and service coordination.

The mission of PCA is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and those with disabilities and assist them in achieving the greatest possible levels of health, independence, and productivity.

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage
• Flexible spending plan (health and dependent care)
• EAP, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax commuting, and parking benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and optional employee pre-tax contributions.
• Annual paid time off and vacation will be based upon tenure (Note: vacation and personal days are front loaded and are pro-rated if date of hire is not January 1st; sick days are accrued based on hours worked).  

Description of Role: Under the supervision of the Center Director, the Custodian provides cleaning and sanitation services for the Senior Center facility and ensures proper maintenance of all areas of the facility in accordance with Health Department and Senior Center Standards. Performs minor maintenance and repairs, as needed.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: 

Education:

• High school or vocational school graduate or equivalent.

Experience:

• Experience with cleaning highly trafficked areas
• Four years' related maintenance experience 
• Experience completing minor repairs
• Familiarity with HVAC systems
• Experience receiving and accounting for deliveries
• Experience coordinating and moving material and furnishings

Job Responsibilities:

a. Clean restrooms, including all sinks, stall walls, toilets, urinals and floors. On a daily basis, check for cleanliness at regular intervals throughout the day. 

b. Sweep, mop, vacuum floors; dust and wash baseboards, dust offices, furniture and fixtures throughout the facility

c. Clean-up spills or problem areas immediately.

d. Work with the Center Director on a deep cleaning schedule which provides the highest standard of cleanliness. 

e. Pick up and remove trash from all areas.

f. Clean trash cans and waste baskets as needed; ensure all trash cans have lids and liners.

g. Clean kitchen including sink, shelves, floors and wipe down kitchen appliances on a daily basis, or more frequently as needed. Sweep and mop the kitchen floor daily.

h. Move supplies, equipment and small furniture, as needed, in support of center programming.

i. Detect and report any malfunctions or defects related to the electrical, mechanical or plumbing operations of the center. All defects or damages are to be reported as required. 

j. Maintain all records related to the repair and maintenance of center equipment including HVAC inspections, sprinkler inspections, etc. Interact with PCA facilities manager and vendors as needed.

k. Maintain the exterior of the facility including clean sidewalks, light snow removal, tidy garden/flower beds and assist with garden maintenance (by members) as needed.

l. Perform light and routine maintenance including: changing lightbulbs; periodic inspection of outside and roof top drains, downspouts and gutters; minor facility repairs.

m. Ensure proper signage is affixed where needed (i.e. “No Smoking” “Wash Hands”, “Exit Signage” etc.).

n. Other duties as may be assigned.

Professional Characteristics: 

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently is critical.
• Ability to lift over 30 lbs. 
• Ability to assemble items as needed (desks, shelves, etc.)

Additional requirements:

1. Pre-employment physical
2. Drug testing
3. Criminal history clearance
4. Maintenance equipment and supplies inventory are organized, tracked, well maintained.
5. Maintain an ongoing deep cleaning schedule
6. Cleaning of kitchen areas and restrooms are completed in expected      time frame
7. Maintains pleasant and cooperative attitude
8. Assures consumer confidentiality as required
9. Develops job skills as needed to adapt to change
10. Provides excellent customer service to all center customers

For information on Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, including more information on our company culture, visit our website at https://www.pcacares.org/

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been. Those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

It is the policy of Philadelphia Corporation for Aging to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Furthermore, it is the company policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.