Custodian (37.5 Hour) (Office/On-site)

State of Connecticut; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth

Healthy work-life balance

State employee benefits overview

Job summary

The State of Connecticut invites applications for a Custodian position (PCN128490) at the Western Connecticut Mental Health Network in Torrington. The role covers custodial and janitorial duties across a DMHAS facility and the Young Adult Services Transition Housing program, Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m.

to 3:00 p.m., at 249 Winsted Rd. Responsibilities include cleaning, waste removal, basic maintenance, safety checks, and space setup.

Qualifications

• Skills include interpersonal and both oral and written communication.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, perform minor maintenance, and keep records.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning tasks including dusting, mopping, sweeping, sanitizing, and washing surfaces such as windows, woodwork, walls, furniture, and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness in offices, bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, and outdoor areas around buildings.
• Collect and dispose of trash, report repair needs, and perform minor maintenance tasks.
• Run errands as assigned.
• Inspect buildings for damage and report conditions to the supervisor.
• Change light bulbs, replace fuses, and perform simple fixes such as lubricating or tightening hinges, drawers, and cabinets.
• Replace ceiling or floor tiles as needed.
• Remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways; apply sand or salt when necessary.
• Move furniture and assist with classroom or space setup.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Ability to follow instructions

Record keeping

Job description

Introduction

The Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN), under the umbrella of the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a Custodian (PCN128490) to perform custodial and janitorial duties within our WCMHN facility and Young Adult Services Transition Housing program in Torrington. Find out more information on this great opportunity below!

Position Highlights

• Full-time (37.5 hours/week), Monday - Friday
• First shift, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Location: 249 Winsted Rd, Torrington, CT

What We Offer

• Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine cleaning tasks including dusting, mopping, sweeping, sanitizing, and washing surfaces such as windows, woodwork, walls, furniture, and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness in offices, bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, and outdoor areas around buildings.
• Collect and dispose of trash, report repair needs, and perform minor maintenance tasks.
• Run errands as assigned.
• Inspect buildings for damage and report conditions to the supervisor.
• Change light bulbs, replace fuses, and perform simple fixes such as lubricating or tightening hinges, drawers, and cabinets.
• Replace ceiling or floor tiles as needed.
• Remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways; apply sand or salt when necessary.
• Move furniture and assist with classroom or space setup.

More About the Agency and Facilities

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

The Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN) was formed in 1996 by the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), in order to coordinate clinical, fiscal and administrative oversight of Region 5 contracted and state-operated mental health services. Within this service system, there are three state-operated Local Mental Health Authorities, which are located in Waterbury, Danbury and Torrington. In partnership with the Western Connecticut Mental Health Network they provide and coordinate local clinical services. Over 200 staff including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation, vocational and mental health workers provide services for persons with a long-term mental illness. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive and effective recovery-oriented system of mental health and addiction services that promotes self-sufficiency, dignity, cultural sensitivity and respect.

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Please note:

A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Skills

• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;

Ability to

• follow oral and written instructions;
• operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work;
• keep records.

Minimum Qualifications

Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using interpersonal skills to deliver customer-focused support to building users.
• Experience using oral and written communication across multiple forms of technology and in-person interactions.
• Experience following oral and written instructions.
• Experience maintaining and keeping records.

Special Requirements

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.
• A physical examination may be required.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or individuals.

Conclusion

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Acknowledgement

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.