Custodian

Position Summary:

Performs janitorial duties for the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Indian Pueblos Marketing, Inc., and associated buildings/facilities.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and wax floors.
• Dusts and polishes furniture; cleans offices.
• Washes windows, walls, and mirrors.
• Cleans, sanitizes and deodorizes restrooms; replaces soap and paper products.
• Unclogs lavatories.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles and ashtrays.
• Disposes of trash appropriately.
• Vacuums and shampoos carpets.
• Strips, waxes, and buffs floors.
• Cleans vents and light fixtures.
• Maintains equipment and custodial supplies and replenishes as needed.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs.
• Set up tables and chairs in various meeting rooms as requested.
• Informs supervisor of any defects or repairs needed in buildings.
• Observe safety rules and maintain a safe environment.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Some janitorial experience is preferred. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation. Native American preference will be given.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to safely use cleaning products and safely operate cleaning equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to learn the methods of cleaning and caring for buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Ability to work as a team member in a structured working environment.
• Ability to work with timeliness and thoroughness.
• Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything, and continually seek improvement in results.
• Skill in the use of cleaning tools, chemicals, cleaners, and disinfectants.