Custodian

Company: The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence
Location: Norwood
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work – Up to 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 12:30pm-9pm, Flexible to the needs of the agency. Schedule to be determined by the Supervisor. Qualifications – Must be willing to learn proper use of cleaning agents and usage of various supplies. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. without assistance. Must be capable of moving up and down stairs without difficulty. Must be capable of working on feet for extended periods of time. Must have basic computer skills including email. Work Authorization/Security Clearance – Authorized to work in the United States. Summary/Objective – Perform general cleaning tasks and maintain work areas as assigned. Essential Functions – Use high and low speed maintenance equipment as assigned. Use carpet cleaning equipment as assigned. Trash removal. Sweep/mop/dust/vacuum as assigned. Wet mop. Preform restroom disinfecting and cleaning as assigned. Perform floor stripping and waxing applications. Wash windows. Monitor use of equipment and report any malfunctions or problems to supervisor. Practice “Safety First”. Ensure that all work meets quality standards set forth by the agency and department associated with the building. Competencies – Ethical Conduct Time Management Organizational Skills Respectful Communication with Management Supervisory Responsibility – None Work Environment – This job operates in a professional “Team” environment. 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 or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 50 pounds. Other Duties – This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. I have read and received a copy of the above job description and understand the responsibilities fully. I understand that the preceding job description will be reviewed/updated at least annually; more frequent updates will depend on contract needs. AAP/EEO Statement – The Arc Jefferson – St. Lawrence has and will continue to provide all employees and applicants’ equal opportunity in the manner provided by law in all aspects of employment regardless of their age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, or marital status. These individuals will be recruited, referred for hiring consideration, and employed with regard to the positive and appropriate utilization of their skills and capabilities. Qualified employees will be afforded non-discriminatory consideration for promotion and job advancement, and there will be no discrimination with regard to assignments, rates of pay, promotions, transfers, training, termination, accessibility, working conditions, and benefits.

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