What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian - Environmental Services position at HONORehg?
JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the general supervision of the Shelter Manager (SM), the Environmental Services Technician (EST) is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment throughout the Family Shelter. The Environmental Services Technician performs routine and specialized environmental cleaning, infection prevention, sanitation, and facility support services that promote the health, safety, comfort, and well-being of residents, staff, and visitors.
The EST ensures that resident living areas, common spaces, offices, restrooms, and exterior grounds are maintained in accordance with agency policies, OSHA standards, Department of Health requirements, and applicable infection prevention practices. The position supports the shelter's daily operations by monitoring facility conditions, maintaining adequate inventories of environmental supplies, responding to sanitation and safety concerns, preparing resident rooms for occupancy, and assisting with emergency response and special projects as needed.
Working collaboratively with the Shelter Manager, Resident Counselors, Assistant Shelter Manager, and other agency staff, the Environmental Services Technician helps create a safe, respectful, trauma-informed environment that supports resident dignity while protecting the health and safety of everyone within the facility.
The position requires flexibility to meet the operational needs of the shelter and includes evenings, weekends, holidays, emergency response activities, and additional hours as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
(Not the Individuals Qualifications)
1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Must have and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license.
3. Ability to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work with residents and staff.
4. Must have competent interpersonal abilities (friendly, courteous, helpful, ability to work as part of a team).
5. Must be able to relate to and engage with ill, disabled, mentally ill, substance abusers and at times hostile people.
6. Ability to follow oral and written directions and communicate orally and in writing issues related to work assignments
7. Experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial services, healthcare, hospitality, or residential facilities preferred.
8. Knowledge of infection prevention, bloodborne pathogens, chemical safety, OSHA regulations, and safe handling of cleaning products preferred.
9. Ability to maintain confidentiality and interact respectfully with individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
10. Must be able to twist, squat and bend into different positions frequently; stand for several hours; lift, pull, push up to 50 pounds.
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Family leave
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to work Sunday/Monday 10AM - 6PM?
Work Location: In person