Lead Custodian & Driver

GARTEN SERVICES, INC.

Perks Include:

• FREE Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance
• FREE Dental Insurance
• FREE Vision Insurance
• FREE Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Garten Retirement Plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays and one paid floating holiday

Lead Custodian - Full Time - Salem, OR
Garten is excited to offer an opportunity to join our hardworking and mission-driven team as a Lead Custodian. As a not-for-profit organization focused on hiring people with disabilities, we are dedicated to providing high-quality services that make a meaningful impact in the community. For over 55 years, we have operated with a strong commitment to excellence, adapting and growing through changing times. This role provides the chance to contribute to a well-established organization that values dedication, innovation, and service.

General Position Summary:
Leads a team and performs custodial duties to fulfill custodial services contract requirements according to customer specifications. Performs all tasks in a safe manner and meets Garten quality standards. Must be open to learning. May work independently or in cooperation with a team. Even when working independently, Garten is a team environment.

Walk-In Applications welcome! Come see us at 500 Hawthorne Ave SE Salem, OR 97301

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

• Being the back up, and occasionally, the primary driver for the team(s) assigned to.
• Leads and directs workers in required custodial duties at assigned sites.
• Ensures building security at specified sites.
• Performs custodial duties such as vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, removing trash, and other miscellaneous services safely and in compliance with all Garten policies and procedures.
• Monitoring supply needs and stock levels. Places supply requests as needed to maintain adequate inventory. Assists with distribution of supplies.
• Checks quality against task lists and/or other control documents to ensure all items are completed for the site each time.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position is not supervisory in nature except to the extent that it provides daily work direction to others on the crew.

Specific Job Skills Required:

• Ability to provide own transportation to and from work, with valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and proof of current vehicle insurance preferred.
• Physical ability to operate custodial equipment, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, reach overhead, climb stairs and make repetitive motions of the arms/hands.
• Physical ability to push/pull up to 20 pounds, to lift up to 200 pounds with assistance, and to carry up to 40 pounds regularly throughout a normal workday.
• Ability to make decisions, use independent judgment and/or take independent action, and provide customer service.
• Must be capable and willing to work an 8-hour day and up to 40 hours/week as required.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English preferred.
• Ability to actively participate in team development and team-oriented processes.

Job Conditions:

• This position requires the incumbent to work in an environment where there may be exposure to fumes, noise, poor lighting, poor ventilation, dirt, dust, chemicals, odors, building temperature fluctuations, and biohazards. Other working conditions may include: working alone; shift work; disagreeable contacts (i.e. aggressive/agitated individuals); and frequent interruptions. May be required to attend meetings outside of regular shift.

Statement for all Job Postings:
Garten believes in fostering a workplace that recognizes talent, encourages innovation, and celebrates achievement. We are proud to focus on hiring people with disabilities. We also strive to ensure a welcoming and fair process for all qualified applicants. Our mission is to empower every employee to succeed and contribute to our organization’s achievements. If you need assistance or accommodations during the job application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment team at [email protected].