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New Brunswick Parking Authority
Custodian
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What they do
A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
$37,645 / year median in New Jersey
+4% projected growth
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This position ensures all NBPA owned and/or managed facilities and properties are safe, clean and functional. This position is also responsible for the street sweeping of UEZ and City Market zones.RESPONSIBILITIES
Cleaning of assigned areas but not limited to stairway, railing, signage, window sills, windows, elevators, curbs, sidewalks, etc. Ensure any repairs noticed during cleaning duties are reported to supervisor in a timely manner. Maintain accurate logs and records of areas that have been cleaned and schedule regular cleaning. Sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpets. Reporting and removal of graffiti and stickers. Maintain outer premises by watering plants, weeding, planning and cleaning entrances. Leaf collection and removal. Collection of trash. Cleaning of booths and bathrooms; washing and sanitizing toilets, sinks and restocking disposables. Maintain supplies in assigned area and ensure proper labeling of cleaning materials. Response to inclement weather conditions which directly affect NBPA operations including snow removal. Street sweeping within UEZ and city market zones. Use proper signage to indicate wet flooring or other potentially hazardous situations. Maintain and uphold all NBPA Policies and Standard Operating Procedures. Respond to customer inquiries in a timely manner. Represents the NBPA in a professional and courteous manner and treat public and co-workers with courtesy and respect. Report any conditions to appropriate department head that represent a threat to safety, health and welfare of NBPA patrons, staff, tenants or property. Perform any and all duties requested by supervisor and/or any manager.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES 1.
Knowledge of house and commercial cleaning methods, practices and materials used in clean maintenance operations. 2. Knowledge of occupational hazards, hazardous communication and safety precautions, including use of PPE equipment. 3. Skilled at using basic hand tools. 4. Effective communication skills. 5. Ability to operate Vacuum Sweeper and Billy Goats 6. Ability to understand and follow instruction accurately and efficiently. 7. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and conscientious approach to tasks. 8. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.WORKING CONDITIONS
- Required to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to lift and move items over 50 pounds.
- Required to move, bend, kneel, stoop and crouch.
- Regularly exposed to fumes, dust and noise.
- May be required to work beyond the traditional work day due to inclement weather and other emergency situations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 1-3 years experience in property maintenance or custodial preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Valid Driver's License required.
- Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights and holidays as needed.
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceLicense/Certification:
New Jersey Driver's License (Required)Work Location:
In personPay:
$18.71 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per weekBenefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insuranceLicense/Certification:
New Jersey Driver's License (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance