Facilities Custodian

Concern Housing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Agency Sponsored Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off Package

Educational Assistance

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Concern Housing is looking for a Facilities Custodian in New York to ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of properties across Suffolk County. Responsibilities include routine cleaning, assisting with apartment turnovers, and supporting major cleaning projects. Applicants should have a High School Diploma and custodial experience. The position offers a salary of $40,000 per year and an extensive benefits package, including medical insurance, retirement plans, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• 6 months or more of custodial, janitorial, or maintenance experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and upkeep of agency properties and individual apartments.
• Maintain cleanliness of common areas and facilities.
• Assist with apartment turnovers and prepare units for occupancy.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Description

Concern Housing is seeking a Facilities Custodian to be responsible for the routine cleaning, upkeep, and overall appearance of agency properties and individual apartments located throughout Riverhead, East Patchogue, and Pollack Gardens. This role supports the cleanliness, safety, and maintenance needs of the facilities and will require traveling throughout Suffolk County property sites.

Days/Hours

Monday - Friday; 9am - 5pm

Location(s)

Suffolk County Property Sites

Responsibilities

• Vacuum offices, hallways, stairways, lobbies, lounges, conference rooms, exercise rooms, and all additional common areas.
• Dust office furniture, windowsills, countertops, blinds, and other surfaces throughout the facilities.
• Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from offices, bathrooms, apartments, and common areas.
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms including fixtures, mirrors, counters, and floors.
• Maintain adequate bathroom and custodial supply inventory and notify management when additional supplies are needed.
• Clean building floors through sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and vacuuming.
• Follow all safety procedures regarding the use of chemical cleaners and cleaning equipment.
• Maintain the cleanliness of exterior property grounds including patios, sidewalks, walkways, parking lots, and entrances.
• Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas using snow shovels, snow blowers, and snow melting products.
• Set up and break down tables, chairs, decorations, and equipment for meetings and agency events.
• Dust, clean, and maintain exercise equipment and shared facility spaces.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks including changing light bulbs, replacing filters, and reporting repair needs to management.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing assigned duties.
• Clean individual apartments including kitchens, bathrooms, floors, appliances, blinds, and trash removal.
• Assist with apartment turnovers and prepare units for occupancy as needed.
• Support major periodic cleaning projects including window washing, carpet cleaning, wall washing, upholstery cleaning, and furniture moving.
• May assist with the cleanup of units or areas damaged by residents when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment at all assigned locations.
• Remain current with all Agency required compliance documents and trainings.
• Be available for overtime hours as needed and directed by supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma preferred along with 6 months or more of related custodial, janitorial, or maintenance experience preferred. Must possess a valid Driver’s License along with strong communication, customer service, and teamwork skills. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and work independently across multiple property locations is required. Must have basic knowledge of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment. Position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to fifty pounds, with heavier items requiring team lift assistance.

Benefits

Concern Housing offers a generous benefit package which includes Medical Insurance (Agency pays 80% of the premium), Affordable Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Agency Sponsored Retirement Plan, Employee Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan, Agency Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage and an Excellent Paid Time Off Package. Concern encourages employee growth, offering Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs, Licensure Reimbursement and Possible Internship/Clinical Supervision. Referral Bonuses are also available!

Salary

$40,000/yr

About the Organization

Concern Housing is a non‑profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced opportunities through the provision of housing and support services. We are one of the largest housing agencies of this kind in New York State, currently serving approximately 1,300 individuals and families in over 240 locations. Concern offers a variety of housing options with individualized support services designed to support personal growth and independence. Our workplace culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding innovative ideas. Diversity at our agency means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talent and strengths.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.