Custodian

Dudley, MA

This position provides custodial services along with light maintenance work throughout the facility as needed and pursuant to an established schedule.

 

Custodial Responsibilities:

 Clean, dust, vacuum and mop throughout the building; walkways and high traffic areas, offices, common areas and conference rooms.

  • Clean and sanitize restroom facilities including toilets, trash, sanitary bins, stall surfaces, counters, sinks, floors and mirrors.
  • Clean and sanitize lunchroom including countertops, tables, chairs, floors, trash receptacles, water dispensers and all appliances.
  • Empty trash from offices, cubicles and outside waste container, replace liners as needed; bring to collection area, pick up littered trash on property.
  • Recycling – collect single-stream and cardboard/paper recycling from deposit areas in the building; bring to the pick-up location.
  • Seasonally assist with weeding of the property, light shoveling and keeping the walkways clear of ice.

 Maintenance Responsibilities:

 

  • Minor repairs: spackling, paint touch-up, changing light bulbs/batteries, assembling furniture, hanging bulletin boards, replacing ceiling tiles, etc.
  •  Move furniture, tables, chairs and deliveries of paper products, etc. 
  • Change building and refrigerator water filters on schedule. 
  • Test emergency lights throughout the building monthly.
  • Empty and clean the grease trap in the Meals on Wheels kitchen during the summer. 
  • Clean and turn on and off auxiliary heaters on a seasonal schedule. 
  • Check supplies in the 1st and 2nd floor janitorial closets and provide the Facilities Manager with a supply order list. 
  • Refill dispensers such as toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer, etc. throughout the building as needed.
  •  Identify areas of concern in the building.
  •  Assist the Facilities Manager with being a contact person when contractors are on-site.
  •   Any other miscellaneous duties as required by the Facilities Manager.

  

Essential Functions/Qualifications:

 Two years’ experience in custodial, maintenance or similar field.

  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Time management and problem-solving skills.
  • Self-motivated, able to work independently.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to interact with all levels of the organization in a professional manner.

 

Physical Demands:

  •  Constant bending, reaching, twisting, standing, walking and climbing.
  •  Use of equipment and tools including vacuums, ladders, power washer, hand and power tools.  Must be able to carry and push items up to 65 pounds.

 

Work Environment:

 Work is performed inside main office building; limited outside work in the elements.