Custodian

Kotzebue IRA; Alaska; Sur place; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Native Village of Kotzebue is seeking a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in tribal facilities. You will follow organization policies and uphold its mission and values while performing routine custodial tasks under supervision.

The role covers cleaning duties, restrooms maintenance, groundkeeping, event setup, and general upkeep. A high school diploma and background/drug screenings are required to join a team that serves the community with integrity and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Responsabilités

• Cleans, dusts, wipes furniture and floors.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and elevators.
• Refills toilet paper, towels, soap.
• Mows and weeds lawns; prunes trees.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment.
• Arranges tables and chairs for events.
• Performs other duties as required.

Connaissances

Communicate effectively

Interpersonal relations

Decision making

Work ethic & integrity

Policy compliance

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Cleaning tools

Disinfectants and cleaners

Description du poste

Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Coordinator, performs routine custodial duties to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

Upholds the organization’s mission, and values as well as demonstrate s an understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies and procedures.

Promotes the organization’s mission and vision and demonstrates integrity, professionalism,accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.

Essential Functions

• Cleans, dusts, and wipes furniture; sweeps, mops, polishes, or vacuums floors; and empties and cleans waste baskets and trash containers.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and elevators using established practices and procedures.
• Refills toilet paper, paper towels, sanitary napkins, and soap dispensers.
• Mows and weeds all lawns; prunes trees.
• Vacuums and spot-cleans rugs and carpets; cleans floor mats and entrance rug runners.
• Sweeps and maintains sidewalks, picks up trash, and waters plants.
• Stocks and stores cleaning materials and supplies.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment.
• Moves equipment, materials, and furnishings as needed.
• Monitors conditions of lights, switches, and other fixtures, as well as rugs, draperies, and furnishings, and reports need for repair or replacement.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair work, including unskilled painting, plumbing, and electrical wiring.
• Repairs screens, latches, and light fixtures.
• Arranges tables and chairs for special events.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Traditional forms of government and tribal customs and traditions.
• Applicable federal, state, tribal laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Policies, functions, and responsibilities of the Native Village of Kotzebue and Alaskan Native culture, traditions, history, and needs.
• Principles and practices of cleaning methods and general custodial work.
• Principles and practices of groundskeeping.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety practices.

Skill in:

• Safe operation of hand and power tools, and power cleaning and polishing equipment.
• Use of cleaning tools, chemicals, cleaners, and disinfectants.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively.
• Interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
• Make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Uphold strong ethics and integrity.
• Remain in compliance with Tribal Drug Free Policy.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background investigation and drug test.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift up to 50 pounds; and communicate effectively. Specific vision abilities include close vision and clarity of vision at long distance. Employee may be exposed occasionally to dust, fumes, airborne particles, and/or allergens; hazardous materials; and working near hazardous / moving equipment or machinery. The use of protective clothing, equipment, devices, materials is sometimes necessary.

Work Environment

Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level; work may be conducted outdoors where incumbent may be exposed to varying temperature and weather conditions. Evening and/or weekend work are typical. Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.

Native Preference will be given in recruiting and hiring, consistent with the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, P.L. 93-638, as amended.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Native Village of Kotzebue is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran protected statusor any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Employment Requirements

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Successfully complete a criminal background investigation.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Submit a completed Employment Application, Resume, and any required supporting documentation.

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Position Title: Custodian Department: Administration Supervisor: Human Resources Coordinator Grade Level: NE1 Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Coordinator, performs routine custodial duties to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

Upholds the organization’s mission, and values as well as demonstrate s an understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies and procedures.

Promotes the organization’s mission and vision and demonstrates integrity, professionalism,accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.