Janitor

Job Title: Janitor

Department: Early Childhood and Family Services  

FLSA Status: Non-exempt  

Hours/Weeks: Part Year, Part Time 

Bargaining Unit Position: (Y/N): Yes

Hiring Range: $17.17 - $18.50 

NEKCA Mission Statement:

To empower all generations in the Northeast Kingdom to grow, prosper, and thrive.

SUMMARY:

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a cleanly facility by completing a variety of cleaning tasks. In addition, they work with their Center Manager to ensure everyone is maintaining a clean and healthy facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Carry out duties in compliance with HS Performance Standards, Content Area Plans, Vermont Child Care Licensing Regulations for Center-Based Child Care and Preschool Programs, NAEYC, and NEKCA Standard of conduct. •Complete NEKCA Performance Evaluations, Professional Development Self-Assessment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  To maintain facility in good physical appearance
•  To wash or vacuum bathroom and classroom floors daily
•  To clean toilet facilities daily
•  To empty trash daily
•  To vacuum/mop office space and parents’ space weekly and to empty trash daily
•  To clean garbage receptacles weekly
•  To wash center equipment (i.e. tables, chairs, toys, cribs, etc.) weekly
•  To wash center equipment as necessary
•  To clean woodwork, walls and windows as necessary
•  To carry out any additional state sanitation requirements

Core Competencies:

•   Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to maintain good relations with participants, other staff, and members of the community. 
•   Must have knowledge of basic computer skills and record keeping, including spreadsheet applications. 
•   Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and database management systems.
•   This position is considered a mandated reporter. 
•   Must be responsible, self-motivated, self-initiated, may need to work flexible hours (program dependent) 
•   Demonstrate positive problem-solving skills in stressful situations. 
•   Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
•   Demonstrate familiarity with, and sensitivity to the challenges faced by low-income individuals, and some knowledge of the community and available resources to address them.
•   Maintain confidentiality.
•   Complete all required training and professional development.

Core Values:

•  Demonstrate competency in all five areas of NEKCA’s Core Values.
•  Empower individuals to recognize and utilize their potential for growth and positive change.
•  Build and maintain strong relationships with the local community.
•  Involve community members in the organization's initiatives and decision-making processes.
•  Uphold ethical standards in all interactions with participants and the community.
•  Participate in self-reflection and self-care practices to prevent burnout.
•  Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional codes of conduct.
•  Maintain participant confidentiality and ensuring participant safety.
•  Use clear, respectful, and professional language and behavior when communicating with participants, colleagues, and other service providers.
•  Demonstrate a genuine understanding of and care for the needs and feelings of participants or service users. 
•  In-person attendance required during scheduled hours as defined by your supervisor.
•  Be respectful and sensitive to participants’ unique situations and challenges.
•  Represent NEKCA in public and advocate for its mission.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work Schedule: Employees in this position may be required to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to perform maintenance or repair work.

Environment: Employees in this position work primarily in an office/school environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions.

Physical Demands: Employees in this position are required to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, and lift heavy objects while performing maintenance or repair work.

Hazards: Employees in this position personnel may be exposed to hazardous materials or chemicals, and may need to wear protective gear such as gloves, masks, or goggles.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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The responsibilities listed in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the role and its expectations. While this description is comprehensive, it should not be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and tasks that may be required of the employee. The organization reserves the right to assign other tasks or responsibilities as needed, and this role's responsibilities may evolve in response to changes in the organization's goals and priorities. Flexibility and adaptability are key attributes for success in this dynamic work environment.

NEKCA is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We work diligently to recruit a broad pool of candidates and to hire and promote qualified individuals whose personal experiences, characteristics, and talents reasonably reflect the diversity of the communities served by NEKCA. Our equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities. 

Qualifications for positions within NEKCA are determined by the duties and responsibilities of the position itself.

Education and Experience:

 • GED or High School Diploma (preferred) 

Background Checks:

Employees in this role are required to undergo a background check in accordance with NEKCA policy, which may include verifying education, employment history, and criminal records.

Transportation Requirements:

This position necessitates that employees has access to dependable transportation.