Custodian

At GEI, we are committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all of our staff, visitors, and volunteers. As part of our dedicated facilities team, you will play a key role in upholding the cleanliness and functionality of our facilities, ensuring a positive experience for everyone who steps through our doors. We are looking for a motivated and reliable Custodian to join our team and help us achieve this goal.

As a full-time employee at GEI, you are eligible for the following benefits:

Paid Time Off: Vacation and sick time

Retirement: 403(b) plan with employer match

Health Coverage:

Medical insurance with the company covering the employee's premium

Dental and vision insurance

Aflac supplemental insurance products

Additional Employee Benefits:

Cornerstone Christian Schools Tuition: 100% coverage for employee tuition

Employee Daycare Tuition: 100% coverage for daycare tuition

Extended Day Services: 100% coverage for extended day services

Job Summary

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, orderliness, and sanitation within the organization's facilities, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and visitors. The Custodian plays a critical role in supporting the mission of the organization by upholding high standards of cleanliness in common areas, offices, restrooms, and other designated spaces. This position requires attention to detail, a proactive approach, and a commitment to service.

Key Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors in common areas, offices, restrooms, and hallways.

Dust and wipe down furniture, windowsills, and surfaces.

Clean interior and exterior walls, windows, and blinds.

Remove debris from sidewalks, stairs, and surrounding areas.

Clean and sanitize restrooms, ensuring toilets, sinks, mirrors, and fixtures are thoroughly cleaned and supplies are replenished (soap, paper towels, toilet paper).

Empty trash and recycling bins, properly dispose of waste, and ensure separation and disposal of recyclable and non-recyclable materials according to established guidelines.

Assist with setting up and cleaning up for special events, meetings, or activities, which includes moving furniture, setting up tables and chairs, and removing trash and debris before and after events.

Follow established safety procedures and guidelines, including the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities, including tasks performed, supplies used, and areas cleaned.

Report any maintenance issues or repair needs promptly to the Custodian Lead or Facility Management Services Director.

Clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, and elevators, promoting a safe and healthy environment by minimizing the spread of germs.

Provide professional and courteous customer service to students, visitors, and staff, responding to inquiries, requests, and complaints in a timely manner.

Perform additional duties as needed to support the ministry and its objectives.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent is desirable.

Previous experience in custodial or janitorial work is preferred, but not required.

Skills and Abilities

Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, materials, and equipment.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Ability to work well within a team environment and collaborate with coworkers to achieve common goals.

Physical stamina and strength to perform manual labor, including lifting, bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods.

Commitment

All employees must demonstrate a personal commitment to the Christian faith and support for Israel, aligning with GEI's mission and values. Each team member is expected to exhibit dedication to the organization's vision and a passion for contributing to its success and impact.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, employees will frequently be required to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard custodial equipment; and will need to reach with hands and arms. The role requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, and more than 50 pounds infrequently with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Responsibilities, duties, and skills may change or be adjusted as needed to meet the evolving needs of the ministry.

Schedule

The work schedule for this position is subject to change based on the needs of the organization and may require flexibility in hours and days worked. The custodian may be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays, depending on business requirements.

Department: Custodial

Supervisor: Facility Management Services Director

FLSA Status: Non-exempt