Traveling Custodial Specialist - Overnight

POSITION TITLE: Custodial Specialist I

DEPARTMENT: Facilities

REPORTS TO:  VP of Facilities and Asset Management

DIRECT REPORTS: None

PURPOSE OF POSITION

As a member of the Facilities Department, the Custodial Specialist primary purpose is to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable facility for our youth, staff, and our guests by successfully performing the day-to-day housekeeping activities assigned at the 41^st location and CHNYs Bronx locations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Responsibilities to include but not limited to the following)

• Perform day-to-day housekeeping activities as assigned.
• Perform regular cleaning of the facility, including but not limited to floor care (vacuuming, polishing, buffing, waxing, stripping, and disinfecting), residential units (rooms, common space, offices, bathrooms) etc.
• Perform daily housekeeping services for the facility by communicating with the staff in those areas about when those routine services are needed i.e. cleaning assignments in all common areas, Office/workstations, recreational areas etc.
• Report all accidents and/or safety concerns to your supervisor during the shift in which they occur.
• Attend and/or participate in trainings and in-services offered, especially the mandatory sessions.
• Practice established infectious control protocols, and universal precautions while performing tasks.
• Practice proper chemical handling techniques including but not limited to the policies governing the use of labels and MSDS's.
• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc. to include but not limited to sweeping, shoveling snow, spreading ice melt and removal of garbage.
• Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
• Maintain adequate supply or inventory levels, and reporting inventory needs in advance.
• Report any need for maintenance repairs to your supervisor immediately.
• Follow all established safety procedures while performing tasks.
• Ensure that work areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies etc. are properly stored before leaving areas for breaks, meal time and end of day.
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

• At least one year of housekeeping experience.

Knowledge/Skills

• Must possess strong time management skills and the ability to multitask.
• Working knowledge of overall safety precautions in regard to proper usage, storage, and disposal of products/equipment.
• Ability to handle physical labor for at least 8 hours per day.
• Exhibits strong customer service skills.

• Independently recognizes and performs duties that need to be done without being directly assigned.
• Establishes priorities; organizes work and time to meet them
• Recognizes and responds to emerging priorities, accepts changes and new ideas
• Has insight into problems and the ability to develop workable alternatives.
• Responds to supervision, coaching and constructive criticism in a positive manner.
• Adheres to attendance and punctuality requirements per policy. Provides proper notification for absences and tardiness. Takes corrective action to prevent recurring absences or tardiness.
• Observes all policies governing conduct while at work (e.g., telephone and computer use, electronic messaging, smoking regulations, breaks and other related policies).
• Ability to professionally communicate and relate well with all levels of personnel (individuals, peers, customers, and related professionals).
• Dedicated to the mission of Covenant House.

• High concentration.
• Frequent interruptions.
• Moderate noise level.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.).
• Moderate sitting for periods of time at a computer workstation