Janitor

The Janitor is responsible for basic janitorial duties as well as maintenance and upkeep of Department of Public Health facilities.

Essential Job Duties include, but are not limited to :

• Performs all basic janitorial duties at work sites.
• Ensures safe procedures at work sites, usage of proper janitorial and protective equipment.
• Ensures that all OSHA standards are being met, and that Material Safety Data Sheets are properly displayed and maintained at all sites.
• Ensures upkeep of janitorial equipment and supplies.
• Maintains supply and equipment inventory for work site, and assists with restocking and storage of newly-ordered supplies.
• Reports any facility problems to Site Supervisor or Program Supervisor.
• Ensures that all closing procedures are being followed.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms / legs & moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials & equipment, and manipulating things.
• Performs responsibilities and complete projects under tight deadlines and changes in assignments. Pro-actively searches out &identifies tasks and facility-related needs.
• Wears proper Janitorial uniform, and serves as model of professional standards.
• Develops and maintains relationships with partner agencies & supervisors.
• Promptly communicates, shares information, and responds in a timely manner.
• Performs work in accordance to policies & procedures.
• Develops and maintains clear, open, timely, cooperative, and diplomatic communications and working relations with all staff, consumers, and partner agencies.
• Maintains and submits accurate records, timesheets, and documentation.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, committees, and other staff development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications :

• At least 1 year janitorial experience or successful completion of a janitorial training program
• Ability to follow directions, prioritize, multitask, and perform & complete duties with minimal supervision, both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to do the following at varying frequencies depending on assignment : lift & carry up to 50lbs; physically lift, push, pull, or carry objects;

to use abdominal & lower back muscles to continuously support part of the body; to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, & / or legs.

Other Preferred Qualifications :

• Excellent communication & organization skills
• Ability to organize and / or work effectively with diverse program staff, coworkers, and mental health consumers
• Exceptional reading and writing skills with the ability to understand and interpret written instructions, and effectively communicate to program staff, program partners, vendors, and mental health consumers
• Obtains and maintains required certification as specified by RAMS (e.g. green certified technician certification, attends trainings as instructed, etc)
• Ability to communicate, present, and receive feedback in a positive and constructive manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Is flexible with scheduling and able to work on days, evenings, nights, and weekends, as needed and scheduled
• Strong commitment to the philosophy, goals, & mission of RAMS in providing community-based, culturally competent, and consumer-guided mental health services to the community
• Commitment to engaging in professional development activities such as trainings, seminars, and reviewing up-to-date material, etc.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively, function independently, and interact professionally with a diverse, multi-cultural, and interdisciplinary staff of all levels
30+ days ago