YNC Janitorial Technician

Center for Human Services; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Human Services is seeking an Entry level Janitor to support the Youth Navigation Center in Modesto, CA. The role involves cleaning, sanitizing, trash removal, restroom maintenance, and general grounds upkeep as part of daily operations.

Under supervision, you will follow safety protocols, operate cleaning equipment, and ensure facilities meet licensing standards. This per diem position requires physical stamina and reliability, with a day shift schedule in Modesto.

Qualifications

• One year of janitorial experience preferred.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and reliability.
• Proactive, self-motivated with ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to handle physical workload and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of using commercial cleaning products and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Engage in physical activities without limitations.
• Clean and sanitize high-touch and frequently used areas daily.
• Clean building floors and empty trash and recycling.
• Service, clean and stock restrooms and handwashing stations.
• Perform general maintenance of grounds and janitor closets.
• Maintain janitorial equipment in good condition and follow safety procedures.
• Ensure facility compliance with licensing and agency standards.
• Provide emergency shift coverage when needed.
• Attend team meetings and trainings.

Skills

Janitorial experience

Organization

Communication

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Physical endurance

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Youth Navigation Center - Modesto, CA 95350, Position Type: Per Diem, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $21.00 - $23.64 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Youth Navigation Center

Position Summary:

The janitor is responsible for the janitorial services of CHS' Youth Navigation Center and main office building and grounds. Under moderate supervision, the janitor shall perform janitorial duties that involve cleaning and sanitizing. Janitorial work may involve a variety of physical demands, such as walking, standing, bending and carrying items. Janitors must have the ability to perform related tasks as required.

Duties:

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Able to engage in physical activities without limitations.
• According to a daily routine, priority will be to clean/wipe down, sanitize, disinfect all high touch and frequently used areas,
• Clean building floors.
• Gather and empty trash and recycling.
• Service, clean and supply restrooms.
• Service, clean and fill handwashing and sanitizing stations.
• Perform general maintenance of grounds.
• Maintain janitor closets in a clean, organized and safe manner.
• Maintain janitorial equipment in a clean, safe and operable condition.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners, disinfectants, and equipment, in order to promote safety and prevent damage.
• Maintain facility according to licensing and/or agency standards.
• Provide emergency shift coverage if necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Administrative

• Support safety building maintenance with sight inspections by notifying supervisor of any facility or safety concerns that require major repairs, additions to building operating systems and/or creates a safety hazard.
• Request supplies and equipment needed for cleaning duties, in accordance with established purchase requests policy.
• Attend team meetings, trainings, and supervision meetings.
• Accept and utilize supervision and receive corrective feedback from supervisory staff.

Building/Maintenance

• Establish and maintain a professional working relationship with staff and vendors, acting as a liaison when needed.
• Ensure the common areas, hallways; laundry, etc. maintain cleanliness, free of debris and hazards.
• Schedule and perform deep cleaning in identified areas, two times per year.

Recycling & Hazardous Waste Program

• Support the Agency's Recycling Policy, with an understanding and commitment to green practices.
• Facilitate the safe collection, storage and disposal of recyclables and hazardous waste to comply with county and state requirements.

Safety

• Learn, follow and help ensure implementation of all published safety policies and procedures.
• Implements existing building policies and procedures, including emergency plan.
• Carries out all job responsibilities in a manner that reflects best practices and concern for personal health and safety of self and others.
• Responsible for learning and following all published and generally accepted best practices for job safety policies and procedures.
• Complete incident reports on any facility damage or any incident which occurs out of the ordinary daily functioning of the facility.

Qualifications:

• One year of janitorial experience, preferred.
• Excellent skills in organization, communication and attention to detail.
• Proactive thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a self-starter, flexible to work in a collaborative structure.
• Ability to handle physical workload, push/pull up to 50 lbs., and ascend/descend stairs.
• Knowledge of utilizing commercial cleaning products and equipment.
• Pass agency paid criminal justice screening including fingerprints.
• Pass agency paid TB (Tuberculosis) screening.
• Pass agency paid health screening and/or drug testing, if required.
• Valid California driver's license and proof of auto insurance coverage.
• Pass agency paid MVR clearance with no more than 2 points - if you are under the age of 25 our insurance company will not allow any points.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Represent the agency in a professional and competent manner.
• Advocate for the best interests of the agency and clients we serve.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, clients, supervisors and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, ancestry, political affiliation, citizenship, disability, medical conditions, marital status, amnesty and military or veteran status.
• Will promote and support a culturally and linguistically diverse workforce and be responsive to the population within our service area.
• Maintain confidentiality and confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or agency regulations.
• Participate in assigned scheduled agency meetings, in-service trainings, conferences and other trainings as determined by the supervisor. This includes serving as an agency representative at assigned community meetings.
• Observance of assigned working hours and program appointments by demonstrating promptness and thorough preparation.
• Performance of assigned duties with a positive attitude and in the spirit of teamwork, collaboration and cooperation.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Perform job duties in a safe manner to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Participates in and/or supports Agency fund development activities and events.
• Preparation of assigned reports, work records, statistical data, job performance evaluations, work plans, etc. in a timely manner.