Facility Maintenance Custodian

CJR; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate organization dedicated to empowering youth! As a Facility Coordinator, you will ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of our Waterbury campus, responding to emergencies and coordinating with contractors. This role offers a dynamic work environment where teamwork and respect for diversity are paramount. Enjoy a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package that supports a healthy work/life balance. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, we want you on our team!

Benefits

Low-cost Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Discounts

Annual Monetary Incentives

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of facility maintenance experience required.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial and general maintenance duties for campus buildings.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with outside contractors.
• Maintain a documented preventative maintenance schedule.

Skills

Facility Maintenance

Emergency Response

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Cleaning and Sanitation

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Facility Coordinator/ General Maintenance
Full-Time - 40 Hours Per Week
Waterbury, CT06702


ABOUT THIS POSITION:
The Facility Maintenance Custodian is responsible for performing custodial and general maintenance duties for the Waterbury campus buildings and grounds. This includes troubleshooting mechanical problems, first respondent to emergencies, and primary on-call duty coverage.

• Clean floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming as needed
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms, lavatories, and showers
• Dust furniture, fixtures, walls, machines, equipment and polish metal fixtures or trimmings
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors
• Follow cleaning schedules, quality control standards, and complete assigned work in a timely manner
• Responsible for light maintenance work / building updates
• Maintain a documented preventative maintenance schedule required to keep equipment and buildings running smoothly
• Report damaged or non-working equipment in a timely manner
• Work with program managers to evaluate facility and special needs
• Point person for coordinating meetings and schedules with outside contractors on special projects
• Perform outdoor work related to facility cleanliness such as picking up litter and sweeping steps and sidewalks
• Provides support for shoveling snow/spreading salt
• Ability to work overtime as necessary
• Work Special functions
• Primary On-Call duty coverage
• Ability to communicate, cooperate and serve people from all cultural identities with respect, professionalism, integrity and fairness in a manner that recognizes the individuality of each person.
• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance program effectiveness.
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisory or management staff

SCHEDULE AND RATE OF PAY:

• Monday-Friday 7:30am-noon, 12:30pm-4pm
  • 40 hours per week
• Rate of pay is $23.27 per hour
• Eligible for time and a half/ overtime

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, 3-5 years of facility maintenance experience
• Required to be the first respondent to maintenance emergencies
• Ability to read, understand and comprehend shop service manuals pertaining to all grounds equipment/and ability to carry out service of equipment
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds

FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:

• Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment
• Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
• Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
• Annual monetary incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
• Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance

ABOUT CJR:
A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs.At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!

CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.