Custodian (Queens)

Description

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, is responsible for maintaining assigned buildings and grounds in a clean, sanitary and safe manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Custodian will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Collects and removes trash from wastepaper baskets and garbage cans.
• Cleans bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, floors, walls and mirrors and replenishes paper goods, soap, etc.
• Washes, strips and waxes floors.
• Vacuums, spot cleans, and shampoos carpeted areas.
• Washes and/or dusts walls, etc.
• Performs minor maintenance duties as requested.
• Cleans and washes windows.
• Installs light bulbs and cleans light fixtures.
• Moves furniture and equipment.
• Sweeps, rakes and removes snow/ice from outdoor areas.
• Attends staff training on cleaning methods, sanitation, safety, hazard prevention, etc.
• Accepts deliveries of packages and distributes as need arises.
• Acts as a member of fire safety team.
• Performs necessary paperwork as required.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Good interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with employees, co-workers, other departments, outside contacts, etc.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to learn to operate machinery and equipment such as floor machines, wet/dry vacuums, detergents, strippers, abrasives, all-purpose cleaner, germicides, disinfectants, solvents, etc.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Six months of prior cleaning experience preferred.

COMPENSATION: $17.51/hour + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees.

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.