Janitor 1 - Turnover Crew - Represented

Central City Concern

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 26,973

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time-off plan

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance

Employer Paid Life, Short Term, and Long Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

A community service organization in Portland is seeking a Janitor 1 to support cleanliness and safety in its facilities. This role includes cleaning various areas, maintaining high standards of hygiene, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Ideal candidates will have prior janitorial experience and the ability to work in diverse environments. This is a full-time position that requires adherence to a drug-free workplace policy and includes benefits such as paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

At least six months experience in interior and exterior janitorial cleaning.
Experience in floor care – waxing, buffing, and vacuuming.
Must pass a drug screen, TB test, and background check.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Clean lobbies, hallways, bathrooms, and common areas.
Identify and report pest issues to appropriate staff.
Order and receive supplies and equipment.

Skills

Experience using cleaning agents

Operate various cleaning equipment

Recognizing pests

Learn safety policies and procedures

Chemical usage knowledge

Identify bio-hazard situations

Interact courteously with the public

Time management

Job description

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Since 1979, the Portland community has trusted Central City Concern (CCC) to help people create meaningful, long-term change. Every year, we serve more than 13,000 people experiencing or at risk of homelessness with affordable and supportive housing, person-centered health care, addiction recovery and employment assistance. By providing health care, housing, and jobs, CCC is ending homelessness in Portland and helping people achieve their highest potential.

General Duties of a Janitor

Clean lobbies, hallways, offices, bathrooms, exterior grounds, and common areas.
Clean windows, floors, countertops, elevators, appliances, fixtures, and other building components.
Sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, washing, disinfecting, and polishing.
Clean sidewalks and other outside public areas as directed.
Polishing floors, cleaning carpets, and pressure washing exterior surfaces.
Identify pests such as roaches, bed bugs, ants, and rodents. Report pest issues to appropriate staff.
Maintain work areas in a safe, clean, and orderly manner.
Complete all necessary paperwork.
Order and receive supplies and equipment.
Attend all required meetings and training.
Adhere to safety procedures.
Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements pursuant to community partners’ and outside providers’ patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security requirements for EMR access. This includes immediate reporting of any PHI breach of CCC or outside provider health records to the CCC Legal and Quality departments, as well as to the program administrator.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule

Wednesday–Sunday 7:00 am–3:30 pm

Location

The Richard Harris (8 NW 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97209)

Compensation

$19.58 per hour

Seniority Bid Window Closes

12/16/25

Minimum Qualifications

Must have at least six months experience in interior and exterior janitorial cleaning.
Must have at least three months experience identifying bed bugs, rodents and other insects.
Must have experience in floor care – waxing, buffing, vacuuming and carpet cleaning.
Must be able to use a ladder safely in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
Must be trained or be able to be trained in bio-hazard cleanup.
Must be able to read, write and understand English.
Have, or be able to obtain, Adult CPR prior to start date.
Must have current Adult First Aid Certification prior to start date.
Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen, TB test, and background check.
Certain convictions may disqualify you for this position according to the program restrictions and contractual obligations.
Ability to adhere to Central City Concern’s drug‑free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug‑Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
Must generally have the ability to walk, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects, and climb stairs with reasonable or no accommodation.
May be required to carry an agency cell phone for work use. If required, cell phone will be provided by Central City Concern.
Must adhere to agency’s non‑discrimination policies.
Ability to effectively interact with co‑workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliations, cultural backgrounds, lifestyles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.

Skills And Abilities

Experience using cleaning agents sanctioned by CCC.
Experience operating various cleaning equipment, i.e., extractors, buffers, power washers, vacuums.
Experience recognizing, identifying and removing pests such as roaches and bed bugs.
Ability to learn applicable safety policies and procedures, including Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and the ability to apply workplace and job‑site safety standards.
Experience and knowledge of proper chemical usage and application of chemicals specific to pest control and bio‑hazard clean ups.
Ability to identify bio‑hazard situations and clean in accordance to OSHA standards and regulations.
Ability to walk, bend, climb stairs, stoop, lift, and carry 10 to 20 pounds frequently.
Ability to do overhead work.
Ability to interact courteously with the general public on the telephone or in person.
Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
Ability to complete all necessary paperwork.
Ability to comprehend and apply written and oral instruction.
Ability to work in all adverse weather conditions including but not limited to rain, wind, heat, cold, snow, ice.

Union Representation

This role is a Union Represented position through: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). You can find more information about your representation here: www.afscme.org.

Benefits

Generous paid time‑off plan, which provides up to 4 weeks of PTO accrual in the first year. Accrual increases with longevity.
Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with competitive employer match with 4.25% in the first year, 6% in the second year, and 8% in the 3rd year.
11 recognized Holidays + 2 Personal Holidays.
Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
Employer Paid Life, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability Insurance.
Excellent relocation package for those roles that qualify.

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the position.

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol‑free workplace includes post‑offer, pre‑employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

Central City Concern is a second‑chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.

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