Custodian
- The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
- New York, NY - 92nd Street
- 7mo ago
- Full-Time
- On-site
Summary:
Summary:
If you’re looking to use your skills as a custodian and want to join a dynamic, collaborative team that makes a difference in the lives of people and animals, come join us! The goal of the Facilities team is to ensure all ASPCA locations are fully operational so that staff and volunteers have optimum conditions to meet their program and department goals. In addition, the Facilities team ensures a healthy environment for all animals that visit our locations, whether on a short-term or long-term basis.
Under the general direction of the Facilities Manager at our 92nd Street location in Manhattan, the Custodian is responsible for the general building maintenance and daily work to keep the ASPCA's facilities in a clean and orderly condition. They are responsible for the cleaning and maintenance functions on either a day, evening or overnight shift to ensure building cleanliness for animals, staff, volunteers and visitors.
Compensation and Benefits:
The starting pay rate for this role is $22.00 and falls under a collective bargaining agreement.
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Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
General Building Maintenance: (90%)
Utilize work order system to update assigned work orders
Clean restrooms and locker rooms: clean and sanitize plumbing fixtures, shower stalls, partitions, wall and floor tile, mirrors, dispensers, air vents, replenish paper products and toiletries, waste containers and remove garbage, sweep, mop, etc.
Clean offices and work stations: clean, sanitize and dust work surfaces, furniture and equipment, clean glass, sweep and mop, remove garbage and recycling and clean waste containers, etc
Medical areas: disinfection protocols, clean, sanitize, polish and dust work surfaces, furniture and equipment, clean glass, sweep and mop, remove garbage and recycling and clean waste containers, etc as needed
Flooring care: sweep, mop, vacuum, Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.
Perform protocols throughout facility, using approved practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to sanitize spaces
Clean windows, mirrors, glass partitions and surfaces throughout facility
Clean all tile, Corian concrete and terrazzo where appropriate, throughout building, utilizing the appropriate/ approved cleaning supplies and equipment.
Clean roof drains, gutters; as well as, remove waste and debris on roof
Clean sidewalk, curb, ramp and street 18” from the curb. Task may require the use of a pressure washer as needed/ assigned
Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, in and around front of facility, using snow shovels, snow throwers and snow melting chemicals and spreaders, etc.
Replenish supplies in stock rooms, slop sinks, conference rooms, offices, and restrooms
Replace light bulbs throughout the facility as needed
Remove trash and recycling containers out of and into the building and prepare for sanitation pick up
Set up rooms for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
Aid Senior Custodian and Forepersons in perform minor general repairs including but not limited to: painting, mounting pictures/ paintings/ shelving/ etc.on walls, sanding, spackling, caulking, unclogging drains/ toilets/ sinks with plunger/ auger, replace ceiling tiles, replace kennel locks
Use hand tools to perform general repairs; which includes but is not limited to: screw drivers, wrenches, hand sanders, taping/ putty knives, utility knives, hammers, augers, and plungers
Assemble furniture and shelving as needed with the use of hand tools
Checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants
Transport supplies off site (i.e. emergencies and special events)
Clean company vehicles as needed/ upon request
Notify managers concerning the need for additional supply inventory or major repairs
Assist supervisor with work order request
Safely operate all vehicles and other job-related equipment
Provide coverage at other APSCA New York locations and perform any related or similar duties at those locations
Available for overtime, as required, at all ASPCA locations
Operate Cleaning Equipment: (5%)
Floor cleaning machines, including but not limited to: wet and dry mops, brooms and dustpans, vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, buffing/ stripping machines, burnishing machines
Wet/ Dry Shop Vacuums
Upholstery shampooer
Pressure washer
Snow thrower
Other Projects (5%)
Assist Facilities Manager in performing safety and security testing/ drills/ inspections (i.e. Red Rover panic alarm testing, fire drills, emergency light testing, fire extinguisher inspections, etc.)
Participate as a Fire Safety Team member, including but not limited to, participating in fire drills and evacuating building occupants in the event of a fire emergency.
Participate in the onboarding of new employees
Qualifications:
Ability to follow directions in productive and timely manner., Able to work well as a team member with a neat appearance and a respectful attitude, Physical capacity to handle heavy lifting, moving, standing and bending, Previous experience in all facets of housekeeping, Reliable and able to work assigned shift, Reliable and available to work assigned shifts, Skilled in use of buffer and extractor tools, Strong communication skills required (written, verbal, listening), Valid NY Driver's License and ability to drive when necessary
Language:
English (Required), SpanishEducation and Work Experience:
High School Diploma (Required)