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Lead Custodian

Employment Horizons, Inc.

Wharton, NJFull-time$20.43/hrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20.43/hr
Location
Wharton, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Employment Horizons, Inc. is hiring a Lead Custodian. Employment Horizons, a nonprofit, seeks a reliable, detail‑oriented Custodian for its AbilityOne contract at Picatinny Arsenal. The role performs a wide range of cleaning duties, maintaining floors, windows, furniture, restrooms and equipment while ensuring safety and cleanliness in indoor and outdoor environments.

Key focus areas include Clean and maintain floors, windows, tables, chairs, restrooms, and equipment, Empty trash receptacles and dispose of waste following safety protocols, and Ensure all areas are sanitized and stocked with necessary supplies.

Important skills include Communication, Organization And Prioritization, Multitasking, Independent Work, Team Collaboration, and Knowledge Of Proper And Safe Use Of Cleaning Equipment And Supplies.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationOrganization and PrioritizationMultitaskingIndependent WorkTeam CollaborationKnowledge of Proper and Safe Use of Cleaning Equipment and Supplies

Qualifications

High Degree of Accuracy and Attention to DetailGood Physical Stamina and Tolerance for Repetitive TasksAbility to Lift Up to 25 PoundsVision Requirements: Close, Distance, Depth Perception, Color, Focus AdjustmentAbility to Talk or Hear in Person and by TelephonePrior Janitorial Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Minimum Education Required

none

Compensation

$20.43 - $20.43 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

0

Shift

First Shift (Day)

Job Description

Employment Horizons is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting people with barriers to employment in achieving their individual vocational objectives and establishing self-sufficiency in the community.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Custodian to join our team at Picatinny Arsenal. This role involves performing a wide range of cleaning duties, including but not limited to cleaning floors, windows, tables, chairs, restrooms, and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain a clean and safe environment.

This position is part an AbilityOne contract. The AbilityOne Program creates private-sector jobs for Americans who have disabilities, including veterans and wounded warriors. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday. There are 2 shifts available: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 9:30AM to 5:30PM.

Key Responsibilities:

Clean and maintain floors, windows, tables, chairs, restrooms, and equipment.

Empty trash receptacles and dispose of waste following safety protocols.

Ensure all areas are sanitized and stocked with necessary supplies.

Follow established cleaning procedures and safety guidelines.

Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the supervisor.

Maintain an organized work area.

Benefits:

Employment Horizons values its team and offers a competitive benefits package, including:

Generous paid time off.

Employer-paid medical coverage.

Additional perks and benefits to support your personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Well-organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks and multitask effectively.

Good physical stamina and tolerance for repetitive tasks.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Knowledge of proper and safe use of cleaning equipment and supplies.

Prior janitorial experience is a plus.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The work environment is indoors and outdoors, with exposure to cleaning chemicals and varying temperatures depending on the area. The position involves frequent movement, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Required to talk or hear in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Cleaners must be able to work independently, maintain attention to detail, and follow established cleaning procedures in a timely manner. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is generally low to moderate; however, there are occasional loud sounds.

Employment Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

31516

Job Type

Full Time

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