City of Lowell

Job Description

Council on Aging

Custodian - Part-Time

Job Title: Custodian – Part-time (2500-TP, J#6521, 3769)

Department: Council on Aging

Reports To: Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary: $15.00 (min) to $22.93 (max) per hour – 14 hours per week;

Hours: Saturday & Sunday 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM

SUMMARY

Custodians are responsible for the daily upkeep of the Council on Aging.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsible for the sweeping, vacuuming and washing of all floors.

Assist chef with the setting up and taking down of the dining hall.

Emptying of barrels and preparation of new barrel liners on a daily basis.

Responsible for the daily security of the building.

Cleans and disinfects women’s, men’s and handicap bathrooms on a daily basis.

Sets up tables and chairs for functions.

Overall cleaning, maintenance and repairs of the COA. Able to use hand and power tools.

Opens and closes Council on Aging as needed.

Assist with inventory tracking as needed. Organize and maintain supply rooms.

Performs various duties as directed by the Director of the COA.

Attend monthly custodial meeting.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None.

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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicant must have good driving history,

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ability to follow instructions, ability to work with little or no supervision, experience in working with elderly population, and the ability to work tactfully with the public.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, kneel, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach, push, pull with hand and arms and talk or hear. The employee will regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. No special vision requirements are necessary. Operate vacuum, use buckets and mops, climb stairs and ladders and use power tools.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, with an occasional exposure to loud music and/or voices, due to various hall rentals such as concerts, dances, and meetings.

The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer and requires a physical with drug screen and CORI, post offer.

Qualified individuals should apply by the deadline by submitting application/resume with cover letter using the City of Lowell job opportunities online portal:

https://cityoflowellma.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

The City is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion through equitable opportunities for all community members. The aim is for our workforce, including contractors, to be truly representative of all sections of society and our community, and for each team member to feel respected while fostering belonging.

The City of Lowell assures that every individual shall have equal access to all City employment opportunities. The City is all-inclusive and no person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military service, or physical/mental disability."

EOE/AA/504 Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $22.93 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

Schedule:

• Every weekend

Ability to Relocate:

• Lowell, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person