Facilities Environmental Services Worker

Job Description

Columbus House, Inc.

Job Posting: Full Time, (40 hours/week), FLSA Non-Exempt, Essential

Environmental Service Worker

VEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans Requested

Company Overview & Mission

Columbus House opened its doors in 1982 to provide services for men and women at least 18 years of age. Our goals quickly broadened from the mere provision of food and shelter and simple survival, to understanding and working toward overcoming the problems which cause people to become homeless.

Columbus House, along with its core of loyal supporters, friends and volunteers, has remained committed to fulfilling its mission: "To serve people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing life-saving outreach, shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities."

Purpose

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Environmental Services Worker assists with the cleaning and maintenance of the various Columbus House facilities in New Haven, Wallingford and Middletown as assigned. Environmental Services Workers are mindful of the clients served by Columbus House and seek to maintain a physical environment that reflects the core values of Trauma Informed Service: Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration and empowerment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clean and maintain grounds including but not limited to grass cutting, shrub pruning, snow removal and de-icing

Reliably and safely transport other staff, materials, supplies and tools as required throughout the state of Connecticut

Clean and maintain all interior spaces including kitchens, bathrooms, offices, dining areas, residential spaces and common areas

Remove trash

Complete all required documentation and reporting

Participate in staff meetings as directed.

Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

High School Graduate or equivalent

Able to follow directions and accept supervision

Excellent organizational and time management skills with a deadline oriented mindset

Basic computer skills for time keeping and email purposes

Culturally competent; must possess the capacity to work within a team and foster teamwork

Strong empathic skills coupled with a high degree of reliability and punctuality

Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record

Supervised by: Facilities Manager

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Salary: $18.54

Location: Middletown

Benefits:

Group medical, dental, and vision insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability insurances

401 K retirement plan with employer matching contribution

Paid time off for sickness, vacation, personal, jury and bereavement

10 paid holidays

Array of voluntary coverage Ways to Apply

Please apply using one of the following methods:

Apply online at

Email your resume to

Stop by 586 Ella Grasso Blvd, New Haven, CT 06519 to complete an application in person.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Encouraged to Apply

Full-time