Custodian

El Centro Family Health; Springer (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Education Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

El Centro Family Health in Springer, NM is seeking a Custodian to ensure a clean and safe environment in the clinic. Responsibilities include routine janitorial services, minor repairs, and maintaining cleanliness of the office and clinic building.

The ideal candidate should have custodial experience and be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. We offer a supportive workplace dedicated to enhancing community health.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in custodial work.
• Ability to balance, bend, lift, carry, and pull up to 20 lbs.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of public rooms and offices.
• Disinfect bathrooms and public areas regularly.
• Perform minor repairs and maintain lighting.

Skills

Custodial experience

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Job description

Under the supervisor of the Clinic Manager or Regional Administrator, the Custodian maintains the workplace by providing a safe and comfortable environment of care by performing routine janitorial services and/or minor repairs of the assigned location. The Custodian’s primary job is to keep the office and clinic building clean and functioning properly.

What You Will Do

• Sweep and/or vacuum public rooms, offices, training rooms. Mop all areas that require cleaning.
• Scrub clean and disinfect bathroom, kitchen and any public area.
• Disinfect sinks and operatories, emptying and cleaning trash receptacles, and washing or vacuuming all chairs.
• Ensure that dispensers are full at all times, i.e., tissue paper, soap dispenser, paper towels.
• Dust and disinfect filing cabinets, counters and desktops as requested.
• Dust and wipe windowsills, door frames, and light fixtures; wash windows monthly and remove interior/exterior cobwebs.
• Disinfect high-touch surfaces like doorknobs and ensure all cleaning is performed according to chemical safety guidelines.
• Maintain lighting by replacing bulbs or submitting requisitions and perform basic plumbing tasks like unclogging sinks and commodes.
• Manage the locking/unlocking of buildings, check for unauthorized occupants, and ensure all windows, doors, and lights are secured when not in use.
• Maintain the exterior appearance by removing trash and debris from parking lots and grounds, including weed control.
• Clear snow, ice, and debris from sidewalks and stairs (within 16 feet of buildings) using hand tools or small power equipment.
• Apply salt to walkways and parking lots during winter; deploy caution signs or barricades and report unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Assist with the physical setup and breakdown of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, and special events.
• Provide immediate assistance during emergencies and attend all scheduled safety or departmental meetings.
• Participate in required coursework covering modern cleaning techniques, new product use, First Aid/CPR, and workplace relationship building.
• Adherence to customer service by exhibiting behavior and actions which create a high level of confidence towards patients, customers and staff relations, which reflects respect for patient’s and customers’ rights, needs and confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Six months experience in custodial work.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to balance, bend, lift, carry, and pull up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods, typically longer than four hours.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, or as needed.
• Manual dexterity and ability to use hands and fingers for feeling, grasping, and operating office equipment.
• Adequate hearing ability for communication and monitoring office environments.
• Good vision for reading documents, operating office equipment, and observing surroundings.
• Capability to stoop, crouch, crawl, or kneel as necessary for office tasks.
• Ability to talk clearly and effectively for communication.
• Ability to walk and move around the office environment.
• This position involves possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious materials.

Exposures

• Airborne Pathogens
• Blood borne Pathogens-Category I
• Chemicals
• Electrical current; machine vibration; moving parts.
• Muscular and muscular strain
• Noise
• Odors, fumes, toxicants, explosive materials, and chemicals
• Temperature
• Vision and hearing strain

What We Offer

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Employee Supplemental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Who We Are

As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and 501(c)(3) nonprofit, El Centro Family Health is dedicated to providing affordable, accessible, and high-quality healthcare to the people of Northern New Mexico. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our community by delivering primary care and health education through a network of clinics and collaborative programs. At El Centro, we are committed to offering vital health services in a compassionate, supportive, and patient-centered environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

El Centro Family Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.