Custodian

Summary:

Responsibilities:

Responsibility buckets are listed in general order of importance, and include but are not limited to:  

 

General Building Maintenance:  

• Utilize work order system to update assigned work orders  

• Clean restrooms and locker rooms: clean and sanitize plumbing fixtures, shower stalls, partitions, wall and floor tile, mirrors, dispensers, air vents, replenish paper products and toiletries, waste containers and remove garbage, sweep, mop, etc.  

• Clean offices and work stations: clean, sanitize and dust work surfaces, furniture and equipment, clean glass, sweep and mop, remove garbage and recycling and clean waste containers, etc  

• Medical areas: disinfection protocols, clean, sanitize, polish and dust work surfaces, furniture and equipment, clean glass, sweep and mop, remove garbage and recycling and clean waste containers, etc as needed  

• Flooring care: sweep, mop, vacuum, Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.  

• Perform protocols throughout facility, using approved practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to sanitize spaces  

• Clean windows, mirrors, glass partitions and surfaces throughout facility  

• Clean all tile, Corian concrete and terrazzo where appropriate, throughout building, utilizing the appropriate/ approved cleaning supplies and equipment.  

• Clean roof drains, gutters; as well as, remove waste and debris on roof  

• Clean sidewalk, curb, ramp and street 18” from the curb. Task may require the use of a pressure washer as needed/ assigned  

• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, in and around front of facility, using snow shovels, snow throwers and snow melting chemicals and spreaders, etc.  

• Replenish supplies in stock rooms, slop sinks, conference rooms, offices, and restrooms  

• Replace light bulbs throughout the facility as needed  

• Remove trash and recycling containers out of and into the building and prepare for sanitation pick up  

• Set up rooms for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.  

• Aid Senior Custodian and Forepersons in perform minor general repairs including but not limited to: painting, mounting pictures/ paintings/ shelving/ etc.on walls, sanding, spackling, caulking, unclogging drains/ toilets/ sinks with plunger/ auger, replace ceiling tiles, replace kennel locks  

• Use hand tools to perform general repairs; which includes but is not limited to: screw drivers, wrenches, hand sanders, taping/ putty knives, utility knives, hammers, augers, and plungers  

• Assemble furniture and shelving as needed with the use of hand tools  

• Checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants  

• Transport supplies off site (i.e. emergencies and special events)  

• Clean company vehicles as needed/ upon request  

• Notify managers concerning the need for additional supply inventory or major repairs  

• Assist supervisor with work order request  

• Safely operate all vehicles and other job-related equipment  

• Provide coverage at other APSCA New York locations and perform any related or similar duties at those locations  

• Available for overtime, as required, at all ASPCA locations 

Operate Cleaning Equipment: 

• Floor cleaning machines, including but not limited to: wet and dry mops, brooms and dustpans, vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, buffing/ stripping machines, burnishing machines  

• Wet/ Dry Shop Vacuums  

• Upholstery shampooer  

• Pressure washer  

• Snow thrower  

Other Projects: 

• Assist Facilities Manager in performing safety and security testing/ drills/ inspections (i.e. Red Rover panic alarm testing, fire drills, emergency light testing, fire extinguisher inspections, etc.)  

• Participate as a Fire Safety Team member, including but not limited to, participating in fire drills and evacuating building occupants in the event of a fire emergency.  

• Participate in the onboarding of new employees 

  

Qualifications  

 

• Physical capacity to handle heavy moving and lifting of at least 50 lbs., standing for long periods of time, bending and climbing stairs and ladders (Required) 

• Basic computer skill (Required) 

• Ability to follow directions in productive and timely manner (Required) 

• Able to work well as a team member with a neat appearance and a respectful attitude (Required) 

• Previous experience in all facets of housekeeping (Preferred) 

• Reliable, able, and available to work assigned shift (Required) 

• Skilled in use of buffer and extractor tools (Preferred) 

• Strong communication skills required (written, verbal, listening) (Required) 

• Valid NY Driver's License and ability to drive when necessary (Preferred) 

• Ability to exemplify ASPCA’s core values, behavioral competencies, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

 

Language 

 

• English (required) 

 

Education and Work Experience 

 

• High School Diploma, GED equivalent or equivalent work experience 

• Previous experience in all phases of housekeeping 

  

Language:

English (Required), Spanish

Education and Work Experience:

High School Diploma (Required)