Janitor - Agency Sites

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence in Watertown, NY is seeking a part-time custodian to perform general cleaning tasks across our facilities. You will operate carpet cleaning and floor care equipment, handle trash removal, and maintain restroom and common areas with attention to safety and quality.

Applicants must have reliable transportation and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Responsibilities include using various cleaning agents, operating light and heavy custodial equipment, and ensuring a

Qualifications

• Experience in janitorial work preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of moving up and down stairs.
• Must be capable of working on feet for extended periods.
• Must provide your own transportation to work.
• Must be able to identify SDS sheets and various chemical labels and markings.
• Must be willing to learn proper use of cleaning agents and usage of various supplies.
• Must be willing to learn proper maintenance and safety features of both light and heavy custodial equipment.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Use carpet cleaning equipment as assigned.
• Trash removal.
• Sweep/mop/dust/vacuum as assigned.
• Wet mop.
• Perform restroom disinfectant and cleaning as assigned.
• Perform floor stripping and waxing applications.
• Wash windows.
• Monitor use of equipment and report any malfunctions or problems to supervisor.
• Practice "Safety First".

Skills

Janitorial experience

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Stair navigation

Stand for extended periods

Own transportation

Identify SDS sheets/labels

Learn cleaning agents

Learn custodial equipment safety

Tools

Carpet cleaning equipment

Floor stripping/waxing equipment

Windows washing equipment

Job description

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work - PT up to 30 hours per week, Monday-Friday including some holiday work, depending on needs related to the contract. Qualifications - Experience in janitorial work preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance. Must be capable of moving up and down stairs without difficulty. Must be capable of working on feet for extended periods of time. Must provide your own transportation to work. Must be able to identify SDS sheets and various chemical labels and markings. Must be willing to learn proper use of cleaning agents and usage of various supplies. Must be willing to learn proper maintenance and safety features of both light and heavy custodial equipment. Work Authorization/Security Clearance - Authorized to work in the United States. Summary/Objective - Perform general cleaning tasks and maintain work areas as assigned.

Essential Functions - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Use high and low speed maintenance equipment as assigned.

• Use carpet cleaning equipment as assigned.
• Trash removal.
• Sweep/mop/dust/vacuum as assigned.
• Wet mop.
• Perform restroom disinfectant and cleaning as assigned.
• Perform floor stripping and waxing applications.
• Wash windows.
• Monitor use of equipment and report any malfunctions or problems to supervisor.
• Practice "Safety First".

Competencies - Ethical Conduct

• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Work independently or in a group

Supervisory Responsibility - N/A Travel - Must provide their own transportation to and from work. Some travel may be required between work sites, as per the need of the contract or agency requirements.

Work Environment - This job operates in a professional agency building site at The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence in Watertown, NY.

Physical Demands - 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 regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 50 pounds.

Other Duties - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. I have read and received a copy of the above job description and understand the responsibilities fully. I understand that the preceding job description will be reviewed/updated at least annually; more frequent updates will depend on contract needs.

AAP/EEO Statement - The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence has and will continue to provide all employees and applicants' equal opportunity in the manner provided by law in all aspects of employment regardless of their age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, or marital status. These individuals will be recruited, referred for hiring consideration, and employed with regard to the positive and appropriate utilization of their skills and capabilities. Qualified employees will be afforded non-discriminatory consideration for promotion and job advancement, and there will be no discrimination with regard to assignments, rates of pay, promotions, transfers, training, termination, accessibility, working conditions, and benefits.