Custodian

JOB TITLE:      Custodian                                                        UNIT: Economic and Family Support Services                     

REPORTS TO:  Resource Center Supervisor                          FLSA STATUS: NE       

SUMMARY:

The custodian position is responsible for overall cleaning, light maintenance, and routine upkeep of Sieda Community Action facilities.

DUTIES: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs simple duties requiring basic skills as follows:  

• Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedure.


• Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; empty and clean ash trays and cigarette urns; replace light bulbs; refill restroom dispensers.


• Clean hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.


• Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed by manufacturers.


• Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and outside of buildings using hand-operated tools or power equipment as requested.


• Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis.


• Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds. Launder cleaning rags and dust mops.


• Attend to emergency cleaning and maintenance when necessary.


• Handle and dispose of trash and recycling materials appropriately.


• Assist with inventory control and security.


• Safely operate job-related equipment.


• Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classes, conferences, events, etc.


• Lock and unlock buildings, secure building when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.

• Submits documentation as required in a timely and accurate manner.


• Maintains full familiarity with all Sieda policies and procedures, and reports to the Resource Center Supervisor and/or EFSS Director any deviations from these guidelines.


• Complete light maintenance and repairs as assigned by the Resource Center Supervisor, Unit Director or Executive Director.


• Other duties determined necessary to support the goals of the agency.


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INDEPENDENT ACTION:

• Receives on-going supervision regarding task guidelines and completion.

DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY:

• Limited independent decision-making authority.

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

• Obtain specific training required by Sieda guidelines.


• Participates in pre-service, in-service/other trainings, staff meetings, and committee work as required. Provides recommendations as requested.

PROGRAM REPRESENTATION:

• Requires a limited level of interaction with staff and customers.

PROGRAM DESIGN AND PLANNING:

• Involved in the planning of a limited area reflective of his/her job responsibilities as requested.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• Not responsible for direction/training for program personnel.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supports and models the agency’s mission, vision, and values.


• Maintain a regular attendance pattern to assure continuity of services and adequate staff coverage.


• Demonstrate professional behavior at all times including appearance and maintaining an orderly functioning office areas.


• Treat all individuals in a courteous, non-judgmental, reasonable and confidential manner.


• Accepts responsibility as a member of the team and works cooperatively with all staff for the benefit of individuals and families to meet identified goals.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to speak comfortably and effectively in one-to-one settings.


• Ability to demonstrate good listening skills.


• Ability to respond effectively to customer/staff complaints.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and take appropriate action based on compliance with established rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

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, hear, stand, bend, reach, grasp, walk, move quickly, use hand to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 


• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 75 pounds, climb stairs, climb ladders, pick up and move equipment.


• Vision abilities required by this job include close, distant and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• The work environment is both inside and outside.


• The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate, but may increase with the use of tools and equipment.

OTHER:

• Employees must pass a pre-employment state criminal record check, then successfully pass a state criminal record check periodically while employed.


• Travel may be required both in and outside the service area. Proof of auto insurance and valid driving license is required.


• Must be able to work some evening hours when requested.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill, and/or ability required to be considered for this position. 

FORMAL EDUCATION:

• Requires completion of high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of janitorial, maintenance, or custodial work preferred.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY:

• Requires basic level computer knowledge and experience with computer programs, including, but not limited to Google platforms, Microsoft Office, and Sieda databases to the extent needed for the position.


• Must perform simple maintenance to keep devices operational.

For any questions please reach out to [email protected]  Applications will be accepted until E.O.B Monday September 15, 2025