Custodial Engineer (Luzerne)

SELF, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SELF, Inc. is seeking a Custodial Engineer to safeguard and maintain multiple facilities in the Philadelphia area.

The role combines janitorial tasks with basic environmental oversight, supply management, and collaboration with the Facilities Manager to support organizational transformation goals. You will perform daily rounds, clean and maintain spaces, operate cleaning equipment, manage inventory, and help ensure safety across buildings, vehicles, and tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2 years’ janitorial/maintenance experience.
• Experience across multiple facilities/properties.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Criminal background check required.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily rounds and upkeep of all facilities and report findings.
• Clean buildings and equipment using proper methods.
• Maintain safe environment; inspect detectors and exit signs; report findings.
• Clean inside/outside areas and manage grounds.
• Operate janitorial equipment and perform simple repairs.
• Maintain inventory of furniture, equipment, supplies.
• Attend meetings and trainings as directed.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Communication

Physical strength

Janitorial knowledge

Minor repairs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102

Shift: Typically 9 AM - 5 PM (Varies According to Organizational Needs)

Status: Full Time

Reports To: Facilities Manager

Direct Reports: No

Position Summary

The Custodial Engineer is an important frontline position with operational responsibilities that works across multiple program sites to support the implementation of the transformation goals of SELF, Inc. through high-level performance of critical safety, maintenance, and environmental oversight and supervision. The Custodial Engineer is responsible for performing janitorial, environmental, and minor maintenance work in multiple facilities. This position is also responsible for supporting the Facilities Manager with procurement and management of supplies, including but not limited to documentation and reporting.

The Custodial Engineer will ensure that proper procedures and protocols are used according to SELF’s general upkeep of property/assets, including buildings, vehicles, tools, and supplies inventory related to janitorial, environmental, and minor maintenance needs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct daily rounds and comprehensive upkeep of the entire facility(s), including identifying areas to be cleaned and repaired, and report findings to the Facilities Manager.


• Use proper methods and materials in cleaning and otherwise caring for buildings and equipment.


• Maintain a safe physical environment, including using floor signs when cleaning floors; inspecting fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, exit signs, and ceiling lights to ensure they are working properly; and promptly reporting findings to the Facilities Manager and Program Director or Assistant Program Director.


• Clean inside the building and the outside parking lot.


• Follow policy and procedure for rodent and insect invasion.


• Mop/scrub floors, wax/polish floors and furniture, dust furniture, clean/polish brass, clean lavatories and replace lavatory supplies, and dispose of all waste materials.


• Cut grass, trim hedges, shovel snow, sweep and clean walks, and assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly condition.


• Operate and care for vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines, and other janitorial equipment, as well as make simple repairs to janitorial equipment.


• Maintain inventory of all furniture, equipment, linen, and supplies, and submit updates as required.


• Exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces.


• Work effectively with co-workers and others.


• Attend scheduled and unscheduled staff and departmental meetings, supervisions, community meetings, and trainings as directed.


• Perform related work as required.

QualificationsEducation and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent plus two (2) years of training and/or experience in a range of janitorial, environmental, and minor maintenance services.


• Documented experience working in organizations with multiple facilities/properties.


• Must possess a strong work ethic.


• Must be able to work independently.


• Must be able to frequently walk, stand, crawl, climb, bend, stoop, and lift 50 pounds or more; gross and manual dexterity required.


• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Professional efficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.


• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean motor vehicle record.


• Criminal background check and clearance will be required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of constituencies at all levels, react quickly and appropriately in an emergency, and demonstrate a commitment to customer service orientation.


• Possess sufficient physical strength to work long hours, move furniture and equipment, and perform custodial tasks.


• Must possess proficiency with and have a working knowledge of janitorial, environmental, and minor maintenance services.


• Must possess the ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to building fixtures and equipment, and exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of building surfaces.