Job Type
Full-time
Description
Hope Starts Here! Do you enjoy keeping things clean and tidy, taking pride in your janitorial skills? Your opportunity to shine awaits as a Janitor with Denver Rescue Mission. If you're the kind of person who loves creating clean, welcoming spaces, then we have a meaningful career path with room for growth just for you. Join the Denver Rescue Mission team and be part of a dedicated group committed to making a positive impact through cleanliness and care.
The Janitor reports to the Custodial Supervisor or Manager of Custodial Services and is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of all Denver facilities. This includes cleaning, promoting infection and pest control, cleaning up spills as needed, and working as part of collaborative team. The Janitor is a full-time, non-exempt position of Denver Rescue Mission. The custodial team supports all Denver facilities, and this posting is for all Denver facilities.
Who are we?
Denver Rescue Mission serves people experiencing homelessness and poverty through emergency services, rehabilitation, transitional programs, permanent housing assistance and community outreach. Since 1892, we've been changing lives in the name of Christ by meeting people at their physical and spiritual points of need, with the goal of returning them to society as productive, self-sufficient citizens.
Posting Timeline: This position will be posted until at least January 8th, 2024.
Hiring Range: $18.29 - $22.55 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits: Complete DRM Benefits Guide
Highlights of our incredible benefits package:
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits with HSA company contribution
- Generous vacation, sick time, holiday pay, and paid birthday off
- Employer paid term life Insurance and long-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement available
- Complimentary RTD EcoPass
- 401(k) with 5% company match
Responsibilities:
- Operate the Kaivac bathroom and floor cleaner machines, vacuums, carpet cleaners, industrial washers/dryers, power washer, and manage hand trucks.
- Completion of proper client request forms.
- Clean windows, doors, frames, handrails, and walls, including regular sanitation with the Protexis spraying units.
- Clean up spills and liquids which may occasionally include body fluids according to appropriate bloodborne pathogen procedures.
- Ensure equipment is properly maintained, submit maintenance requests for repairs of the facility and coordinate with the maintenance technicians.
- Promote infection control and address pest infestations when appropriate, including assisting with bed bug protocol as needed.
- Regularly restock storage and supply closets.
- Daily disposal of trash and assist with moving other large items.
- Handle cleaning solvents and chemicals according to OSHA standards, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Lock and secure all storage space, laundry room and offices.
- Train and supervise program participants completing work readiness in Custodial Services.
- Participate in efforts to drive continuous improvement in Custodial Services.
- Other tasks as assigned.
- Provide coverage to emergency shelters as needed.
- Track work through Trello.
Requirements
- Affirm the Statement of Faith
- Abide by the Employee Handbook
- Previous successful housekeeping or janitorial experience.
- Ability to maintain high cleanliness standards.
- Must be in good physical condition with the ability to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 50 pounds while using proper universal lifting and carrying techniques.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements including handling cleaners, solvents, and chemicals.
- Ability to work independently and proficiently with limited supervision.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities throughout workday.
- Ability to promote infection control and deal effectively with pest infestations.
- Ability to work respectfully, professionally and in a Christ-like manner with program residents.
- Ability to speak and understand the English language.
- Ability and willingness to work Monday - Sunday with flexibility in schedule per week.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Must hold a current, valid Colorado Driver's License and be willing to authorize a driver's record background check. Driving record must be insurable under DRM's standards.
Denver Rescue Mission is both an equal opportunity employer and a?distinctly faith-based Christian organization. Denver Rescue Mission complies with applicable federal, state, and?local employment laws, and strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees,?applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, national original or ancestry, ethnicity, sex,?sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, parental status, marital status, political ideology,?or current or prospective service in the uniformed services. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment including recruitment, employment, training, and promotion opportunities. Based?upon Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, and the U.S. Constitution,?Denver Rescue Mission has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with our Statement of Faith?and align with our Christian mission.
Salary Description
$18.29 - $22.55 per hour