Job Description

Job Description:


As one of the nations premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. We depend on the many generous contributions of time, blood, and money from the American public to support our lifesaving services and programs.

As an employee at the American Red Cross, you could be on the front lines making a positive impact on our community. You could provide your services directly to the American public or support to the people who do. Both roles help further the mission of the Red Cross. Join our non-profit organization, where your heart and mind go to work!

We are currently seeking a Custodian, to work in our Lexington, Kentucky Chapter. This is a full time, hourly paid position. The hours are 8:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday through Friday. Some weekends and evenings may be required, during times of business need.

Job Summary:

Clean facilities and work areas including furnishings, bathrooms, fixtures, walls and floors to ensure they meet health and safety standards and present an attractive appearance. Use maintenance supplies, remove waste material, and maintain inventory of tools and supplies. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations.

Responsibilities:

1: Clean and sanitize restrooms using established practices and procedures.

2: Clean, dust, and wipe furniture, sweep, mop, or vacuum floors. Empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers, empty and clean ash trays and cigarettes urns, replace light bulbs, and refill restroom dispensers.

3: Assist with the setup of facilities for meeting, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.

4: Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools, buffers, scrubbers, extractors, high pressure washers and other equipment for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.

5: Recruit, train and work with volunteers and treat all clients, volunteers, guests, and other employees in a courteous and respectful manner at all times while maintaining a cooperative atmosphere for everyone. Work with a volunteer counterpart to ensure key volunteers are utilized and ensure depth within the function.

6: Carry out any additional assignments required to fulfill the Mission of the American Red Cross.

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Scope: Continue learning aspects of the job. Work on task-oriented assignments. Contact primarily within immediate work unit.

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Additional Responsibilities:

Floors:

* All carpeted areas (offices & hallways) vacuumed every cleaning period.

* All carpeted areas (offices & hallways) steam cleaned as frequently as needed (Minimum 1 time per year).

* All tile floors swept every cleaning period.

* All tile floors mopped once weekly or more frequently as needed.

* All tile floors buffed as needed.

* All tile floors stripped and waxed as needed (Minimum 1 time per year).

* Stairs swept every cleaning period.

* Stairs mopped once weekly or more frequently as needed.

Windows:

* Window ledges, sills and blinds dusted weekly.

* Entrance way door glass cleaned every cleaning period. (Front & Classroom)

* Interior & exterior office windows washed as necessary.

Furniture:

* Upholstered lobby furnishings vacuumed weekly.

* Upholstered lobby furnishings steam cleaned as needed.

* Office furniture dusted weekly.

Trash:

* All trash receptacles emptied daily. (Offices, Kitchen, Restrooms, Classrooms, Copy room)

* Exterior trash receptacles emptied as needed.

* All exterior ashtrays cleaned daily.

* Recycle boxes in copy room emptied daily.

* Recycle bins taken out and brought back in as necessary.

Restrooms:

* Restroom floors swept and mopped each cleaning period.

* Commodes, urinals, basins and counters washed and disinfected each cleaning period.

* Restroom mirrors cleaned weekly or more frequently as needed.

* Restroom paper products and soap replenished each cleaning period.

Maintain grounds and parking lots:

* Mow grass.

* Rake leaves.

* Pull weeds.

* Trim hedges & shrubs.

* Maintain lawn equipment.

* Pick up trash in parking lot and on grounds.

* Sweep or blow parking lot curbs as needed.

* Remove snow from walkways and disburse salt as necessary.

* Keep entrances swept and clean.

Special functions and classroom setup:

* Coordinate with staff and perform set-up and take down of classrooms.

* Set up furniture as directed.

* Ensure tables are cleaned, floor is swept and trash is emptied.

Miscellaneous:

* Water fountains cleaned each cleaning period.

* Janitorial closets kept neat.

* Remove cob webs.

* Counter tops in kitchen and copy room cleaned each cleaning period.

* All tables cleaned weekly or more frequently as needed. (Classrooms, Break room & Kitchen).

* Change light bulbs as necessary for both interior and exterior lighting.

* Perform minor repairs to the facility.

* Change furnace filters as needed.

* Maintain appropriate supply of all necessary cleaning products.

* Keeps basement in a neat and orderly manner.

* Assist all departments in maintaining and organizing supplies, donations and equipment as necessary.

* Run errands as necessary.

* Performs other duties as assigned and accept changes in job as required.

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Qualifications:

Education: High School or equivalent required.

Experience: Up to 1 year related of experience.

Management Experience: N/A

Skills & Abilities: Practical skills and knowledge of building maintenance and material management required. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills. Ability to work on a team.

Travel: May travel and participate in meetings and conferences.

* Combination of candidates education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to descriptions minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

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Physical Requirements: 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. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic).

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.



Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.



The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employees professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply.

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