Custodian

Custodian (Part-Time)

Location: Lodi Clubhouse – Boys & Girls Clubs of Lower Bergen County
Reports To: Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Status: Part-Time

Position Summary

The Part-Time Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for youth, staff, volunteers, and visitors at the Lodi Clubhouse. This position performs routine cleaning, maintenance, and facility support duties to ensure the building and surrounding areas remain in excellent condition and meet health and safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Keeps building and property in clean and orderly condition.
• Performs routine maintenance activities.
• Performs heavy cleaning duties.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, or vacuums floors.
• Gathers and empties trash.
• Scrubs, sanitizes, and supplies restroom facilities.
• Dusts furniture, walls, and equipment.
• Cleans windows, mirrors, and partitions with soap and other cleansers.
• Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Cleans and polishes fixtures and furniture.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Manages inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Notifies supervisor regarding the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Performs snow removal and landscaping tasks.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor of Maintenance

Safety & Facility Support

• Conduct routine inspections of the facility and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Assist with room setup and breakdown for meetings, programs, and special events.
• Ensure walkways, entrances, and exits remain clean and free of hazards.
• Follow all safety procedures regarding cleaning products and equipment.
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks as assigned.

Compliance & Security

• Follow organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while working in a youth-serving environment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Secure the facility and report any suspicious activity, safety concerns, or damages.

  Qualifications

  Required

• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours
• Ability to perform repetitive motion for long periods of time
• Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions
• Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals
• Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules
• Communication skills
• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at particular heights

• Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic math skills
• High school courses in shop may be preferred for jobs involving repair work

• Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push, pull, and move cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors as needed.

• Work Schedule

  Part-time position. Typical hours may include afternoons, evenings.

  Background Screening Requirements

  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background screenings, including but not limited to:

• Criminal Background Check
• Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) Check
• Fingerprinting
• References
• Physical / TB Test
• Any additional screenings required by state regulations and organizational policy

• Equal Opportunity Employer

  The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lower Bergen County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and program participants.