Custodian

CAN; Catonsville (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

The CAN Homeless Shelter in Catonsville, MD seeks a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for residents, staff, and visitors. You will follow daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly checklists to ensure high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Key duties include sweeping, mopping, waste removal, restroom cleaning, and reporting conditions that affect safety. The role requires reliable transportation and a willingness to work with diverse team members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months of cleaning or janitorial experience in a social services setting.
• Some human service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and safety regulations (OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and healthy environment for residents, staff, and volunteers by following daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly checklists.
• Sweep, mop, and clean office and program delivery areas.
• Remove garbage throughout the building, including program office areas.
• Clean floors, restrooms and other assigned areas as needed.
• Clean messes, spills and debris as needed.
• Utilize cleaning supplies and equipment appropriately.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and informs the Shelter Manager when supplies are needed.
• Report routine observations affecting safety or security to supervisory staff.
• Facilitate effective communication with other staff members.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Summary/Objective

Under the umbrella of CAN, the Homeless Shelter’s mission is to provide a safe, clean, and supportive community which helps stabilize homeless men by promoting self-worth, providing linkages to community resources, and encouraging personal responsibility. The Custodian supports CAN’s mission by ensuring that shelter residents are in a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.

Essential Functions

• Directly responsible for maintaining a clean and healthy environment for residents, staff, and volunteers by performing a variety of cleaning and maintenance duties, utilizing daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly checklists
• Sweep, mop, and clean office and program delivery areas
• Remove garbage throughout the building, including program office areas
• Clean floors, restrooms and other assigned areas as needed
• Clean messes, spills and debris as needed
• Utilize cleaning supplies and equipment appropriately
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and informs the Shelter Manager in a timely manner when supplies are needed
• Report routine observations of residential and public areas to supervisory staff including conditions that may affect the safety and/or security of residents, staff, or volunteers
• Facilitate effective communication with other staff members
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled

Minimum Skills/Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• At least 6 months of cleaning, custodial or janitorial experience in a social services environment
• Some human service experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of cleaning methods for various surfaces, including floors
• Proficiency in operating cleaning equipment
• Knowledge of safe handling and proper use of cleaning chemicals and disinfectants
• Basic knowledge of minor building maintenance
• Understanding and adherence to health and safety regulations, such as OSHA standards
• Sits, stands, bends, lifts and move continually during work hours and is subject to lifting over 50lbs
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Abilities and Skills

• Basic computer skills (able to access and send emails, join meetings virtually, etc.)
• Good decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Must be organized, flexible and dedicated to quality service delivery
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Demonstrate integrity and ethical standards in job performance
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

AAP/EEO Statement

Community Assistance Network of Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.