Group: Program Support

Department: GPD Maple Court

Region: NC

Location: Durham, NC

Classification: Non-Exempt

Status: PTR

Reports to: Program Director, GPD Maple Court

Supervises: N/A

Travel Requirement: N/A

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas empowers self-reliance and inspires hope. As a church without walls, we do this through personalized housing, ministry, health, and human services that benefit vulnerable individuals, their families and the community. Founded in 1896 in Baltimore, MD by social reformers, Ballington and Maud Booth, we were one of the first of over 30 affiliates of Volunteers of America one of the nations largest and most comprehensive human services organizations.

Our founders envisioned a movement dedicated to reaching and uplifting the American people. On behalf of the organization, the Booths pledged to go wherever we are needed, and do whatever comes to hand. Their declaration continues to guide Volunteers of America's impact on Helping Americas most vulnerable.

Through a dedicated and committed team of more than 850 employees and thousands of volunteers, we provide critical care, support services and hope to thousands of people each year throughout Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia and the Carolinas. We firmly believe our employees drive the success of the organization. Through our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, we endeavor to attract, engage and retain qualified, diverse, compassionate individuals to join our journey and experience a work environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities.

JOB SUMMARY

The custodian / janitorial worker provides upkeep for all open spaces and buildings, including the office and empty apartments. He/she will also perform basic repairs, maintain cleaning supplies, operate cleaning equipment, and other duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans and keeps up offices and vacant apartments
• Sweeps and mops floors
• Washes windows and launders drapes
• Cleans and disinfects toilets and replenishes supplies such as toilet paper, soap, and paper towels
• Responds to urgent situations, such as spills, that require quick action
• Orders cleaning supplies and equipment and maintains an appropriate stock at all times
• Mixes liquids and solvents from basic materials to create effective cleaning supplies
• Operates and maintains equipment such as vacuums and floor cleaners
• Collects and removes trash from apartments and offices
• Makes minor repairs as necessary, such as changing light bulbs and fixing leaks
• Notifies supervisor when major repairs, including structural issues or highly skilled tasks, are required
• Monitors heat, cooling, and other environmental systems
• Maintains a level of security in a building, such as locking doors, storing keys, and using access codes for restricted areas and rooms
• Performs outdoor upkeep as necessary, shoveling snow, and maintaining entrances and walkways.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice but are consistent with Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas, as well as Grant-Per-Diem program policies and standards.

EFFECT ON END RESULT:

• Assurance that facility and grounds are kept safe and clean for residents, staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with the cleaning and maintenance of commercial and/or residential environments
• Knowledge of the proper use of chemicals and solvents

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• The ability to safely operate non-motorized and motorized/electrical equipment as needed.
• The physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, pull, push, lift, grasp, climb, talk, see, hear and perform basic and light home maintenance activities.