Custodian

Pittsfield Manufacturing company seeks a Custodian. This is a temp to hire opportunity with excellent benefits when hired! Desirable First Shift, Monday through Friday Schedule, 7am-3:30pm.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming daily and as needed
• ervice and clean all restrooms
• Dust walls, machines and equipment
• Clean windows
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and grounds and building maintenance as necessary
• Remove snow from walkways using snow shovels and spread snow melting chemicals
• Liaise with supervisor on problems to achieve efficient repair
• Identify abnormalities and repairs required within the building and advise the supervisors accordingly
• Identify areas of process improvement, cost and waste reduction
• Work in an efficient and timely manner
• Undertake relevant training and development as required
• Carry out duties within a realistic time line ensuring that deadlines are met
• Maintain cooperative working relationship and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population

 ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies either manually or by using hand trucks
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs and trash receptacles to prepare facilities for company events and meetings
• Adhere to and carry out existing work practices, procedures and policies
• Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate
• Understand and comply with safety and environmental policies
• Other duties as assigned

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must be meticulous in attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision
• Excellent listening skills
• Take and understand measurements
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to maintain focus
• Meet deadlines
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, divide and multiply)
• Basic reading abilities
• Ability to write legibly
• Follow safety and materials policies and procedures

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to pass physical exam
• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 lbs.
• Ability to exert maximum force to pull and carry objects.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, squat and kneel
• Vision a minimum 20/40 with or without corrective lenses
• Good hearing