Custodian (Bilingual)

CSL; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL seeks a reliable custodian in Brownsville, TX to maintain a clean, orderly collection center environment. Responsibilities include cleaning break rooms, donor areas, windows, and restrooms, with routine minor maintenance and safe handling of materials.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish ability, basic high school education, and at least a few months of custodial experience. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum three months of custodian experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
• Occasionally stand and walk up to 100% of time; lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Clean tables, chairs, cabinets, counters and appliances in the break room and donor waiting area.
• Vacuum carpets, dust furniture and remove trash.
• Clean windows and doors daily.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, replacing tiles, painting, plumbing and carpentry.
• Monitor grounds and parking areas; pick up litter as required.
• Assist in recycling and repackaging shipping materials.
• Inspect and clean restrooms; restock paper and soap; perform custodial tasks as needed.
• Receive supplies from vendors and move to storage and quarantine areas.
• Maintain a clean, efficient work environment; ensure supplies and forms are available; follow HSE and OSHA policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of personnel, donor and center information.
• May be cross-trained in other areas; bilingual skills may be required.

Skills

Bilingual (EN/ES)

Safety awareness

Customer interaction

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Bilingual (English and Spanish) is required.

Job Description Summary

Responsible for minor maintenance repairs and the clean and orderly appearance of the collection center.

Job Description

1. 1 Cleans table, chairs, cabinets, counters and appliances located in the employee break room and donor waiting area.
2. 2 Vacuums carpets, dusts furniture and removes trash.
3. 3 Cleans windows and doors at least daily.
4. 4 Performs minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, replacing ceiling tiles, painting, minor plumbing and carpentry tasks.
5. 5 Monitors the grounds and parking lots around the center and picks up litter as required in these areas.
6. 6 Assists in recycling and repackaging of shipping materials.
7. 7 Inspects and cleans restrooms throughout the day. Replaces paper and soap supplies. Performs minor custodial tasks in area as required.
8. 8 Physically receives supplies from vendors and moves supplies from storage area to released and quarantined areas.
9. 9 Maintains clean efficient work environment, and ensures sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follows all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures. Promotes safety in all actions.
10. 10 Maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information.
11. 11 May be cross-trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business.
12. 12 Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business.
13. 13 Perform job-related duties as assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• Minimum three (3) months experience as a custodian preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions
• Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines
• Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
• Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time
• Reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity
• Occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures and to blood borne pathogens
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas
• Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, national origin or other legally protected classifications.