The Custodian performs general maintenance, housekeeping, and landscaping duties on the Center building, grounds, and surrounding areas using environmentally friendly cleaning products while maintaining a healthier place for students and staff.  

Job Description:

· Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedures. 

· 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. 

· Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc. 

· Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum, and shampoo carpets. 

· Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, high-pressure washers, high-speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc. 

· Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments. 

· Lock and unlock assigned buildings: secure buildings when facilities are not in use check for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, and turn off lights. 

· Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed. 

· Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs in areas within sixteen feet of buildings using hand-operated tools or small power equipment. 

· 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 emergencies when necessary. 

· Attend safety meetings and other related meetings. 

· Take classes as required in cleaning methods and techniques, new products, First Aid, CPR, and working relationships. 

· Handle recycling materials. 

· Call in work orders. 

· Assist in the instruction and supervision of student help. 

· Assist with inventory control and security.

· Works toward meeting performance management goals. 

· Follows CDSS plan and Standards of Conduct system. 

· Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices. 

· Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) Bizzell policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures. 

· Demonstrates and abides by The Bizzell Group’s core values and operating principles.

· Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.

• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.

· Participation in PRH-mandated staff training is mandatory. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. 

Performs other duties as assigned 

Key Competencies

Performance Standards/Results

Effective Communication

· Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms the correct interpretation of information.

· Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas. 

· Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others. 

Organization of Work

· Action-oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision-making, flexibility, and problem-solving. 

· Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.

· Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.

· Continually seek ways to improve employment services provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth.

Professionalism

· Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by The   Bizzell Group’s Healthy Workplace Environment policy.

· Acts as a team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals. 

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Knowledge of cleaning equipment, products, techniques, and standards. 

Attention to detail in the cleanliness and maintenance of the building and center grounds. 

Experience

Three to six months of related experience is preferred. 

Education

High   School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid State Driver’s License.