Custodian at Boise City Housing Authority – Boise, Idaho

Job Title: Custodian
Organization: Boise City / Ada County Housing Authorities (BCACHA)
Type: Part-time, 4:30pm to 9:30pm, Monday – Thursday
Location: 1001 S. Orchard St., Boise, Idaho 83705
Wage: $18.60 per hour
Closing Date: Open until filled
The Boise City/Ada County Housing Authority has an opening for a part-time Custodian. This position performs manual work in the cleaning of buildings and facilities. Work requires the safe operation of hand maneuvered electrical scrubbers, waxers, and buffers, mops, brooms, ladders and cleaning chemicals.

Duties:
• Sweeps, mops, strips, waxes, and polishes floors.
• Vacuums and shampoos carpets. Dusts and polishes furniture.
• Collects and empties wastebaskets; cleans trash disposal containers.
• Cleans mirrors, venetian blinds, light fixtures, windows, doors, walls, and drinking fountains.
• Cleans and sanitizes rest rooms and replenishes towels, tissues, and soap. Performs minor repair work as needed.
• Moves janitorial equipment in and out of storage areas. Safely uses cleaning chemicals and solvents.
• Notifies supervisor, verbally or in writing, of building conditions needing repairs. Locks doors and windows when work is finished.
• Responds to questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Ordering, stocking, and keeping track of cleaning supplies.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance Housing Authority policies, procedures and safety practices.

Requires Knowledge of:
• The safe use of janitorial supplies, and the safe use of manual and electrical cleaning equipment;
• occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in general cleaning and use of chemical cleaning solvents and agents.
Requires Ability to:
• Quickly learn and apply janitorial procedures.
• Lift, move and maneuver hand and power cleaning equipment weighing up to 50 pounds safely.
• Work independently to complete work on schedule and according to quality control standards.
• Comprehend and follow oral and written instructions. Identify and recommend improved methods of performing the work.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, building occupants, and the public.
• Provide quality services in a cost-effective manner and to recommend improved methods of performing the work.
Benefits:
• Participation in PERSI (Public Employment Retirement System of Idaho)
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time

Important Note:
Resumes without a completed application will not be accepted for consideration. All applicants must successfully complete a drug screening and background check prior to hire.

To apply submit an application, resume and cover letter to 1001 S. Orchard St. 83705, or fax it to 208-345-4909, or email to: mvandercar@bcacha.org. Applications can be obtained from www.bcacha.org under the "About Us" tab, then under the "Careers" tab.