• Maintains a cleaning cart in an orderly condition, keeping the cart fully stocked with required cleaning supplies.

• Maintain cleanliness of building interior, exterior and garage.

• Clean and disinfect shower and restrooms daily.

• Sweep, vacuum and wash floors and carpeting as needed.

• Remove trash from offices as needed.

• Collect universal and/or medical waste and store in authorized locations.

• Collect recycled materials such as paper, cans, and newsprint.

• Follow proper procedures concerning hazardous waste disposal and handling.

• Clean and sanitize windows, reception glass, reception counters and door handles.

• Clean offices after staff turnover.

• Complete groundskeeping of building exterior and garage. Assist in snow removal as needed.

• Complete preventative maintenance tasks and assigned work requests.

• Load furniture onto and off to a Center truck.

• Lift and move furniture into and out of various locations.

• Move equipment and furnishings for staff.

• Perform pest control prevention as directed.

• Perform assigned duties in a timely manner and clean up upon completion of jobs.

• Monitor and maintain stock levels of cleaning products and paper goods.

• Purchase parts and materials as directed.

• Follow all organizational policies and maintain a safe work environment.

• Communicate professionally and maintain positive, cooperative relationships with coworkers, consumers, external agencies, and the public.

• Work collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues, addressing workplace issues constructively and accepting guidance and feedback.

• Attend mandatory trainings, conferences, and in-service sessions, and share relevant information learned with staff. Participate in required safety trainings.

• Provide emergency support outside of normal work hours as required for maintenance of the Center.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School or GED Preferred.

• 2 years of experience in environmental services or housekeeping preferred.

• Manual dexterity and mobility required. While performing the major responsibilities of this position, the incumbent must be able to regularly sit, stand or walk, and occasionally reach for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to lift, push, move and/or carry supplies or equipment up to 75 pounds, and be able to bend, stoop, crouch or kneel.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in outside-weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

• Applies common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.

• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent customer service skills with ability to interact positively with clients, residents, employees, supervisors, vendors and contractors

• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in difficult interactions

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.