Custodian

MISSION STATEMENT: 

Eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Custodian position is responsible for keeping the interior and exterior of the YWCA building clean and in safe condition. The incumbent in this role may be requested to set up for special events or assist with moving furniture. Additionally, the Custodian may be requested to assist in keeping sidewalks and walkways clean and safe during inclement weather. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Must pass criminal, child abuse and neglect, and sex offender background checks.

1. Skills and knowledge of cleaning, maintenance, general repair and chemical usage and safety.
2. Must be able to safely lift 60 pounds.
3. Demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision.
4. Demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
5. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing throughout the day. 
6. Must have adequate transportation and valid driver's license to travel to office locations.
7. Able to perform basic skills on the computer and learn software that may be relevant to the position.
8. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
9. Must adhere to established safety policies, procedures, and practices

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Ensures proper cleaning via chemical usage and safety procedures
2. Vacuums as necessary
3. Empties trash and recycling, and replaces liners as needed
4. Practices proper waste management techniques by placing hazardous waste in proper receptacles and storage area
5. Cleans interior building windows, door windows, etc. as necessary
6. Informs supervision when cleaning supplies are in need of restocking
7. Keeps all paper towels, toilet seat covers, toilet paper and facial tissue stocked and available
8. Cleans work areas thoroughly each day at the end of the shift
9. Works outdoors to ensure safety (shovel walkways, salt icy walkways, rake leaves or other grounds functions)
10. Attends all team and staff meetings, participates in collective team and agency efforts, and complies with all YWCA Kalamazoo policies and practices.
11. Remains flexible and manages changing priorities on a continuing basis.
12. Knows and adheres to Association policies, procedures, and practices.
13. Safeguards confidential information gained because of the position.
14. Complies with Association policy regarding required reporting of child abuse.
15. As a YWCA employee, projects a positive image of the Association and its programs to the community.
16. Works cooperatively with program participants, YWCA staff, and volunteers.
17. Other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. YWCA location
2. Off-site locations 
3. Potential outdoor events
4. Potential activities: Sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, some lifting
5. Frequently required to move
6. Frequently required to remain stationary 
7. Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
8. Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
9. Continually required to talk or hear
10. Occasionally required to taste or smell
11. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
12. Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts 
13. Continually work in high, precarious places 
14. Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals 
15. Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions 
16. Occasionally exposure to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
17. Occasional exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
18. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate
19. The employee must frequently lift and /or move up to 40 pounds. 
20. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 60 pounds. 
21. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
22. Additional remarks regarding work environment: 
23. Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: personal vehicles, possible laptop and possible work cell phone. 

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Orientation to YWCA Personnel Policies, Mission, Purpose and One Imperative.
2. Orientation to Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Confidentiality, Mandatory Reporting.
3. Other appropriate training and in-service which will occur during employment.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer