Custodian Specialist I

Covenant House International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO: vacation, holidays, sick days, &

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Covenant House New York is seeking a Custodial Specialist to maintain a clean, safe facility for youth, staff and visitors at multiple CHNY locations in New York. You will perform daily cleaning tasks across residential units, offices, and common areas, while coordinating with staff to schedule routine services.

The role requires at least one year of housekeeping experience, strong time management, and the ability to work physically for long shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, not required.
• At least one year of housekeeping experience.
• Strong time management and ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of safety precautions for handling products and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day custodial activities as assigned.
• Clean floors, residential units, offices, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Communicate needs for routine cleaning with staff in relevant areas.
• Report accidents and safety concerns to supervisor.
• Attend trainings and mandatory sessions.
• Follow infectious control protocols and universal precautions.
• Handle chemicals safely per policies and MSDSs.
• Maintain grounds, parking areas, and remove garbage.
• Keep work areas organized and supplies stocked.
• Follow cleaning schedules and report maintenance needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join a Legacy of Hope and Empowerment at Covenant House New York!

For over 50 years, Covenant House New York (CHNY) has been at the forefront of transforming lives by providing comprehensive shelter, housing, and wrap-around support services for vulnerable homeless, runaway, and exploited youth. As the largest provider of these essential services in New York City, CHNY impacts the lives of over 1,500 young people aged 16-24 every year.

At CHNY, our doors are open to all young people in need, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression. Our dedicated team offers various services, including shelter, housing, education, employment, health, mental health support, youth development, and anti-human trafficking initiatives. We operate with harm reduction and trauma-informed principles to ensure the best care for our youth.

But our mission goes beyond immediate support. We are passionate advocates for systemic change, influencing public policy, and raising awareness of the critical issues surrounding youth homelessness. Our ultimate goal is to provide a safe refuge and empower young people to build a brighter future founded on compassion, unconditional love, and absolute respect.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of countless young people. Join a team that inspires long-term transformation and hope.

About the role

As a member of the Facilities Department, the Custodial Specialist primary purpose is to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable facility for our youth, staff, and our guests by successfully performing the day-to-day housekeeping activities assigned at the Avenue Saint Johns location and other CHNYs Bronx locations.

What you'll do

• Perform day-to-day custodial activities as assigned.
• Perform regular cleaning of the facility, including but not limited to floor care (vacuuming, polishing, buffing, waxing, stripping, and disinfecting), residential units (rooms, shared space, offices, bathrooms), etc.
• Perform daily custodial services for the facility by communicating with the staff in those areas about when those routine services are needed, i.e., cleaning assignments in all common areas, office/work stations, recreational areas, etc.
• Report all accidents and/or safety concerns to your supervisor during the shift in which they occur.
• Attend and/or participate in trainings and in-services, especially the mandatory sessions.
• Practice established infectious control protocols and universal precautions while performing tasks.
• Practice proper chemical handling techniques, including but not limited to the policies governing labels and MSDSs.
• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc., including but not limited to sweeping, shoveling snow, spreading ice melt, and removal of garbage.
• Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
• Maintain adequate supply or inventory levels and report inventory needs in advance.
• Report any need for maintenance repairs to your supervisor immediately.
• Follow all established safety procedures while performing tasks.
• Ensure that work areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies, etc.,are properly stored before leaving areas for breaks, mealtimes, and end-of-the-day.
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or needed.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is recommended but not required.
• At least one year of housekeeping experience.
• Must possess strong time management skills and the ability to multitask.
• Working knowledge of overall safety precautions regarding proper usage, storage, and disposal of products/equipment.
• Ability to handle physical labor for at least 8 hours per day.

Covenant House New York offers a rich package of benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical
• Vision
• Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Eligibility for medical benefits begins on the date of hire
• PTO includes three weeks of vacation in the first year, ten holidays, 13 sick days, five personal days, and birthday days off
• 403b with employer contribution after 12 months