Custodian/Facilities Associate - Full Time with Benefits

Pasadena Humane; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasadena Humane seeks a Facilities Associate to clean, sanitize and remove debris from interior buildings and outdoor areas, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers and animals.

You will support shelter operations by restocking supplies, coordinating with maintenance, and assisting at events, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety in all areas of the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED/proficiency certificate.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Learn to use a forklift.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kennels walkways, breezeways, sidewalks, planters, socialization yards, wash rack, kitchen and garage.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff for repairs and proper working order.
• Restock supplies and receive shipments; organize storage.
• Provide friendly, courteous exchanges with the public.
• Keep shelter areas neat, remove trash and debris.
• Clean restrooms and kitchenettes; ensure stocked supplies.
• Keep windows, doors and mirrors clean; dust furniture and vents.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown; move heavy equipment as needed.

Skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Professional judgment

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

JOIN US!

THE MISSION

To lead the way toward a compassionate and caring community for all animals.

OUR VALUES

LEARNING:We commit to best practice and professional development through continuous education.

INTEGRITY:We value honest and transparent communication and decision making using evidence based practices.

COLLABORATION: We value teamwork in our organization and partnerships with our community to deliver exceptional service.

KINDNESS:We show compassion, care, respect and empathy to all animals and humans without prejudice or discrimination.

JOB TITLE: Facilities Associate

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FT/PT: Full Time

SCHEDULE:Five days a week including weekends.

SUMMARY

Pasadena Humane seeks an individual that will be responsible for cleaning/sanitizing/debris removal for interior buildings and outdoor areas.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Primarily responsible for maintaining and enhancing the cleanliness of the areas surrounding the kennels, including, but not limited to, the walkways, breezeways, sidewalks, planters, socialization yards, wash rack, kitchen, and garage. Remove clutter from common areas and neatly maintain tools and cleaning supplies.
• Communicate regularly with maintenance staff to ensure the shelter is in proper working order. Alert maintenance staff if there are repairs in your area that are needed. Assist maintenance staff as directed by management.
• Restock supplies for efficient shelter operations. Receive shipments from suppliers, unload pallets and place stock in the appropriate storage.
• Provide tactful, friendly and courteous exchanges with the public.
• Keep all areas of the shelter neat and tidy, removing all trash and debris.
• Empty trash receptacles, both inside and out, and replace lining of trash cans.
• Maintain all floors within shelter. Sweep and mop tile floors, vacuum carpeted areas.
• Mix and use proper cleaning solutions to remove stains and clean surfaces.
• Keep all restrooms and kitchenettes clean, sanitized and stocked with paper supplies.
• Keep hand sanitizer and soap dispensers filled and maintained throughout shelter, both inside and out.
• Clean all windows, glass doors and mirrors.
• Dust all furniture, partitions and counters. Ensure walls and doorways are clean. Vacuum or dust wall vents.
• Help move heavy equipment and furniture when necessary.
• Set up and breakdown rooms and facility for special events.
• Pick up donated items as requested.
• Provide backup support to the Manager in all laundry aspects (Operating machine, Collecting dirty laundry, Restocking laundry, Collecting laundry from donation bins, Etc.). Provide support to volunteers working in “Fluff and Fold” laundry assignments.
• Participate in set up and tear down at offsite events.
• Uphold Pasadena Humane Society’s mission and contribute to building a culture of philanthropy.
• Ensure a safe working environment and actively participate in Pasadena Humane safety programs.
• Participate as needed in special department projects.
• Work as a team member with other departmental managers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma (or GED/proficiency certificate).
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• A valid class C driver’s license with a clean driving record preferred
• Basic knowledge of general janitorial/housekeeping practices.
• Must be willing and able to learn how to use a forklift.
• Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft suite and email.
• Strong sense of professional judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong time management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and manage several projects simultaneously
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to model Pasadena Humane’s Core Values of Learning, Integrity Collaboration and Kindness.
  • Must interact positively with supervisor, management, coworkers, volunteers, and the public to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach.
  • Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Must provide positive, proactive customer service
  • Must have a positive attitude and a sense of humor

WORKING CONDITIONS

Fast-paced environment. Employees are exposed to numerous animals (living and deceased), including those with uncertain dispositions. They are required to act in a safe and responsible manner.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Pasadena Humane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to engage in discrimination against any individual, or harassment of any person seeking employment with our organization on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic information or status as a covered veteran including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, merit increase, salary, training and development, demotion, and separation. This policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Federal law requires proof of citizenship or "alien right-to-work" status. Pasadena Humane maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing.