Custodian/Driver

Catholic Charities-Catholic Family & Community Service (CFCS); Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities-Catholic Family & Community Service (CFCS) in Paterson, NJ seeks a Custodian to perform custodial, maintenance and delivery tasks across CFCS sites and related locations. The role includes responding to service calls and assisting with setup and teardown for meetings to support safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and at least one year of custodial experience, plus a valid driver's license. Weekend work and special events are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• One year of custodial and maintenance experience.
• Must have valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently and in an orderly manner with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work weekends when needed, and all special events.

Responsibilities

• Picks-up and delivers items such as documents and packages between CFCS sites and other locations.
• Performs cleaning of floors, offices, bathrooms, kitchen and related areas on a daily/weekly schedule.
• Attends to emergencies when necessary.
• Operates vehicles and job-related equipment safely.
• Disposes of garbage and recycling.
• Performs preventative maintenance and reports repairs needing professional assistance.
• Inspects facilities to ensure adequate supplies and secure tools.
• Keeps equipment and chemicals in secure areas.
• Unloads deliveries and moves furniture/equipment as needed.
• Locks/unlocks facilities and monitors for unauthorized access.
• Waxing and refinishing floors; minor plumbing and electrical repairs.

Skills

Custodial experience

Delivery tasks

Maintenance skills

Valid Driver's License

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Custodian performs custodial, maintenance and delivery services in and around the facility, troubleshoots, performs minor repairs and responds to emergency calls for service, implements setup and take down for a wide variety of meetings, works closely with employees and the public to meet the custodial needs of the organization, and resolves problems to ensure efficient and safe operations.

HOURS:

Monday-Friday 7:00am-1:00pm

PAY:

$18.00/Hr

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Picks-up and delivers items such as documents, packages, run errands, etc. as required between the Diocese of Paterson, the various Catholic Family & Community Services sites and other locations.
2. Follows a daily/weekly detailed schedule of cleaning the floors, offices, bathrooms, kitchen and coffee.
3. Attends to emergencies when necessary.
4. Safely operates all vehicles and other job related equipment.
5. Disposes of garbage/rubbish/recycling.
6. Performs preventative maintenance in and around the facility. Fixes and repairs minor damages and reports any problems that require professional assistance.
7. Reports any major breakage or loss or shortage of equipment and supplies.
8. Does frequent inspections of facility, particularly in the early morning and late afternoon. Ensures that there are adequate supplies.
9. Ensures that equipment and tools used in cleaning/repairing are secure and in good condition.
10. Stores detergent and other toxic substances in a secure place.
11. Unloads deliveries when required and moves furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an as needed basis.
12. Locks and unlocks assigned facilities when not in use checking for unlocked doors and window, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights etc.
13. Responsible for other duties that may be assigned from time to time to support the effective and efficient operation of Catholic Charities.
14. Must be able to wax and refinishing floor.
15. Must be able to fix minor plumbing and electrical.

ABILITY TO:

Operate manual and power equipment; perform physical labor; understand and carry out verbal and written directions; maintain cooperative working relationships demonstrate sensitive to and respect for a diverse population.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Methods of maintaining, cleaning and preserving a variety of surfaces; proper use of a wide range of chemicals according to regulations; and handling and disposing of materials and trash with care.

Requirements

1. High School diploma or GED.
2. One year of custodial and maintenance experience.
3. Must have valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.
4. Ability to work independently and in an orderly manner with minimal supervision.
5. Must be able to work weekends when needed, and all special events.