Per Diem Facilities Custodian

Concern Housing is seeking Per Diem Facilities Custodians, responsible for the routine general cleaning of the building and individual apartments on an as‑needed basis for coverage purposes.

Per diem – as needed basis.

• Vacuum offices, hallways, stairs, lobby, lounge area, exercise room, conference room and all other common areas
• Dust all office furniture, windowsills, countertops, etc.
• Empty office, bathroom, lounge, exercise room, conference room and all other common area wastebaskets
• Clean bathroom fixtures, counters, mirrors, and mop floors
• Assure adequate supplies are in bathrooms
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them
• Maintain adequate stock of all custodial supplies, ordering additional as needed
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs
• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow‑melting chemicals
• Maintain the cleanliness of the exterior of the building including removing debris from the property, sweeping patios and walkways as needed
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, and ladders to prepare the facility for events such as banquets and meetings
• Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation as allowed by law and with proper protection
• Dust, clean and maintain exercise equipment
• Minor maintenance repairs as needed including changing light bulbs, filters, etc.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment at all times
• Clean individual apartments: kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, dusting of blinds, emptying trash baskets
• Assist maintenance mechanic and/or superintendent when needed
• Remain current with all agency‑required compliance documents and trainings

• Wash inside and outside of all windows, as assigned
• Wash off marks on walls and doors
• Dust door ledges and floorboards
• Dust chair/furniture legs
• Scrub bathroom floor, walls, and fixtures
• Clean and/or shampoo carpeting and upholstery
• Coordinate moving or set up of furniture to individual units
• May be required to assist with cleanup of areas damaged by residents

High school diploma (preferred) with six months or more related experience (preferred). Good communication and interpersonal skills, client/customer service skills, and the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively with a team, basic knowledge of cleaning products. The work requires routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying items weighing less than 50 pounds; moving items over 50 pounds requires a team lift.

Concern Housing offers an agency‑sponsored retirement plan and an employee‑sponsored 403(b) retirement plan for part‑time employees. Additional benefits include educational assistance, scholarship programs, licensure reimbursement, possible internship/clinical supervision, and referral bonuses.

Salary: $17.00/hr.

Concern Housing is a non‑profit agency committed to helping individuals and families live in the community with dignity and enhanced opportunities through the provision of housing and support services. We serve approximately 1,300 individuals and families in over 240 locations, among the largest housing agencies in New York State. Our workplace culture thrives on diversity, fostering a work environment that recognizes and values individual differences while rewarding innovative ideas.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.