Housekeeper/Facilities Custodian
About the role
We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Housekeeper / Facilities Custodian to maintain a clean, sanitary, safe, and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and visitors.
This position is responsible for the daily cleaning and upkeep of classrooms, offices, restrooms, break rooms, common areas, and other facility spaces.
This is a part-time or full-time position, scheduled for up to 40 hours per week, with varying work schedules based on operational needs.
Responsibilities
Opening duties include:
- Retrieving housekeeping key from designated location
- Deep cleaning, mopping, sanitizing, and restocking all public restrooms
- Vacuuming lobby and administrative office
- Collecting trash and recycling from various areas, including main clinic classroom, wash house area, dispensary, concierge desk, administrative offices, student break room, staff break room, classrooms, and additional offices
- Transporting trash and recycling to designated dumpsters throughout the day
Daily cleaning responsibilities include:
- Maintaining clean and sanitary restrooms by cleaning and disinfecting toilets, urinals, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and partitions
- Cleaning the base of toilets and stall dividers
- Dusting ledges and dispensers
- Emptying, cleaning, and relining trash receptacles
- Restocking paper products, soap, and other restroom supplies
- Mopping floors and maintaining a sanitary environment
- Emptying trash and recycling containers throughout the facility
- Replacing liners and double-bagging waste when appropriate
- Sweeping common areas and hallways using a push broom
- Cleaning interior and exterior glass on entry doors and interior doors
- Dusting windowsills, ledges, and other horizontal surfaces throughout the building
- Cleaning and sanitizing student and staff break rooms
- Cleaning wash house area, including shampoo dispensers and bottles
- Cleaning sink traps and drains as needed
- Maintaining cleanliness of shared spaces throughout the day
Periodic duties include:
- Cleaning and sanitizing refrigerators
- Deep cleaning and mopping restroom floors
- Performing additional cleaning projects as assigned
- Notifying supervisor of maintenance issues, damaged equipment, or supply shortages
- Following all workplace safety procedures and proper handling of cleaning chemicals
Qualifications
Previous custodial, housekeeping, janitorial, or commercial cleaning experience is preferred but not required.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
- Dependable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to communicate professionally with staff, students, and visitors
- Willingness to learn cleaning procedures and safety protocols
Physical Requirements
The essential functions of this position generally require the employee to:
- Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
- Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach
- Lift, carry, push, or pull supplies and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
- Operate standard custodial equipment, including vacuums, mops, brooms, and cleaning tools
- Perform repetitive cleaning tasks throughout the workday
- Safely use cleaning chemicals and personal protective equipment in accordance with training and manufacturer instructions
Work Environment
This position is performed primarily indoors in classrooms, offices, restrooms, break rooms, and common areas.
Employees may be exposed to cleaning chemicals, dust, and varying noise levels.
Appropriate personal protective equipment will be provided as needed.
Schedule
Up to 40 hours per week, with hours and days varying based on facility needs.
Occasional schedule adjustments may be required to support operations.