Custodian

About the role

Maintains county buildings and grounds by providing janitorial, grounds keeping, and maintenance/repair services for Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC), a nonprofit serving children and families through early education and family support programs.

Responsibilities

• Maintains facility interior by:
  • Cleaning furniture, classroom tables and chairs, equipment, mirrors, and fixtures
  • Washing windows, counters, walls, ceilings, and woodwork
  • Sweeping, scrubbing, and waxing floors
  • Cleaning and vacuuming furniture and carpeting
  • Stocking paper supplies
  • Replacing light bulbs
  • Making repairs, cleaning, or light maintenance to ensure a clean and sanitary environment
• Removes trash by:
  • Emptying trash containers and transporting materials to disposal area
  • Recycling materials
  • Cleaning trash container interiors and installing trash liners
• Maintains building accessibility and appearance by:
  • Keeping entryways clean and inviting
  • Picking up papers and trash
  • Removing ice and snow from walkways and parking lot
  • Painting interiors and exteriors
  • Maintaining lawn and surrounding landscapes
  • Maintaining outside lighting
  • Repairing or supervising repair of exterior equipment or appliances
• Keeps equipment operational by:
  • Following manufacturer’s operating and care guidelines
  • Completing operator repairs and parts replacement
  • Assisting with general maintenance, including roof-top gutters and HVAC equipment
  • Replacing HVAC unit filters
• Maintains parts and equipment inventory by:
  • Checking stock to determine inventory level
  • Anticipating needed parts and cleaning equipment replacement
  • Placing orders with Facilities and Safety Technician’s authorization
  • Picking up and unloading supplies as assigned
• Maintains technical and professional knowledge by attending workshops, seminars, training, networking, and reading professional publications
• Complies with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and safety regulations by:
  • Assisting with implementation of safety and hazardous chemical plans
  • Adhering to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) procedures
  • Maintaining a safe working environment
• Maintains a team approach to duties by:
  • Attending team meetings, staff meetings, parent meetings, and other required meetings
  • Providing set-up and break down of furniture and equipment for meetings
  • Establishing open and positive communication with all staff
  • Providing positive and constructive input to all aspects of the program
  • Fostering understanding of Head Start, its mission, goals, objectives, and program services
• Maintains confidentiality and protects agency operations
• Applies safety practices in all duties by:
  • Complying with agency safety standards
  • Supporting participation in a safe environment
  • Immediately reporting unsafe or hazardous conditions and injuries
  • Participating in emergency drills and assisting in evacuation of children
• Provides emergency services as a mandatory first responder by:
  • Responding to child/adult emergencies using First Aid and CPR skills
  • Contacting appropriate medical personnel
  • Ensuring documentation related to incidents is completed
  • Participating in fire drills and assisting in evacuation of children
• Performs other work-related or assigned duties

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with one year of experience in industrial cleaning, maintenance, and repair
• OR a combination of technical school coursework or experience equivalent to 24 months of maintenance/janitorial responsibilities

Pay

The pay range for this position is $17.00 to $19.71 hourly. Placement within the range is determined by factors such as relevant experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

Benefits

OCDC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees (20+ hours/week), including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs
• Employer-paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Optional benefits including pet insurance

Employee well-being is a priority and an essential part of supporting OCDC’s mission and communities.