Senior Care Facility Custodian: Safe & Welcoming Spaces

LINC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LINC is seeking a Custodian for a Senior Citizens Facility. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe environment for seniors, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include cleaning, sanitizing, and preparing rooms for activities, events, and programs.

The ideal candidate will have custodial or housekeeping experience, be reliable and punctual, and able to work independently while following safety procedures and confidentiality standards. Schedule may require occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or facility-maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned cleaning responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with seniors, staff, visitors, and community members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.
• Ability to safely use cleaning products, equipment, and supplies.
• Must demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize offices, activity rooms, common areas, restrooms, hallways, kitchens, and other assigned areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and maintain floors and other surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, including door handles, tables, chairs, counters, and other high-use areas.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and dispose of waste properly.
• Clean and maintain restrooms, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, floors, and fixtures.
• Replenish restroom and facility supplies as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, including counters, sinks, tables, and appliances as assigned.
• Assist with preparing rooms for senior activities, meetings, meals, classes, and special events.
• Set up and break down tables, chairs, and other furnishings as needed.
• Monitor assigned areas for spills, hazards, damage, or maintenance concerns and report issues promptly.
• Maintain appropriate cleaning supplies and notify the supervisor when supplies need to be reordered.
• Follow proper procedures for handling cleaning chemicals, equipment, and hazardous materials.
• Use cleaning equipment safely and appropriately.
• Assist with light facility maintenance tasks within the scope of the position.
• Maintain sidewalks, entrances, and other exterior areas as assigned, including removal of litter and debris.
• Support a clean and orderly environment that promotes the safety, comfort, dignity, and well-being of senior participants.
• Follow all organizational policies, procedures, safety requirements, and confidentiality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Custodial experience

Follow instructions

Independent worker

Effective communication

Confidentiality & professionalism

Safety with cleaning products

Reliability & punctuality

Job description

LINC is seeking a Custodian for a Senior Citizens Facility. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe environment for seniors, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include cleaning, sanitizing, and preparing rooms for activities, events, and programs.

The ideal candidate will have custodial or housekeeping experience, be reliable and punctual, and able to work independently while following safety procedures and confidentiality standards. Schedule may require occasional evenings or weekends.