Custodian

Apply today - Full-time Custodian needed! Floor care experience a plus!

Hiring Immediately, $18.25/hr. - $19.50/hr. depending on experience

Franke Tobey Jones, a beautiful, historic retirement community in North Tacoma (by Pt. Defiance) is seeking a full-time Custodian. Under the guidance of the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Custodian is responsible for key tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, floor sanitization, restroom cleaning, trash removal, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of common areas.

• Performs routine floor care which includes shampooing of carpets, floor scrubbing/waxing.
• Checks carpets daily for spots and provides prompt removal through approved methods.
• Performs checks all common areas and report needed work orders for light bulb replacement or other unsafe conditions.
• Performs collection of all recycle bins and puts into recycle storage areas throughout the campus. Return recycle containers to various buildings throughout campus.
• Performs routine interior and exterior security functions which include, but are not limited to: checking that exterior doors are locked or secure.
• Maintains all floor care equipment (carpet extractors, hard floor buffers, etc.) in clean and good operating condition.
• Trains new custodians on equipment, FTJ custodially routines and procedures. Monitors inventory of floor care products/chemicals maintaining proper levels.
• Coordinates with other departments on timing floor care making sure the needs of each department are met.
• Assists department supervisor with receiving and properly storing chemicals and paper goods. Recommends service for floor care machines.

1. Minimum Required Education: Ability to read, understand and speak English fluently
   • Preferred Education: High school diploma preferred

1. Minimum Required Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a custodian and floor care experience.
   • Preferred Experience: Prefer experience in continuing care facility for the elderly

1. Minimum Required Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated talent for interacting with a wide variety of people, particularly the elderly and their family members; ability to effectively organize and coordinate multiple priorities; ability to work well as a team member; ability to problem solve.