Cleaner - Hope for Youth

Cleaners with light maintenance and repair work at Hope For Youth are primarily responsible for daily and deep cleaning of bathrooms, kitchen/break rooms, dry and wet mopping, vacuuming, counter/table tops, windows, and other cleaning assignments. Light maintenance and repair work includes but is not limited to painting, gutter cleaning, unclogging toilets, grounds, and assisting the maintenance team with projects as assigned.

To be a successful Cleaner you must become able and willing to do the following always:

1.Follow the guidelines as outlined in the employee manual.

2.Follow guidelines for regular routine cleaning schedules at all assigned facilities to maintain above minimum standards for cleanliness at all times.

3.Be able to work independently, moving from job to job, and documenting completion of work on required forms as directed by maintenance supervisor.

4.Respond to work order requests/special cleaning instructions in a timely manner, as determined by the maintenance supervisor.

5.As necessary stay late/come in early, or on evenings/holidays for emergencies such as: emergency cleaning needs and snow removal assistance.

6. Adhere to state regulations and applicable code of conduct- including OSHA regulations.

How you will spend your time in this job:

90% Cleaning with light maintenance and repair work (including documentation)

10% supervision/training/meetings

To qualify for this job you need to have:

1.HS Diploma or equivalent

2.Ability to work flexible schedule/ including responding to emergencies

3.Valid Drivers License (must have reliable personal transportation)

4. Physically capable to regularly lift, move and use light and heavy equipment, machinery, tools and materials, walk and stand for long periods, crawl into tight spaces, climb stairs and ladders, bending/stooping, kneeling/squatting, reaching overhead, driving own vehicle

This opportunity is being offered as full-time, 40-hour work week, Sunday-Thursday, 6:00am-3:00pm

This position is subject to background investigation including Staff Exclusion List, DMV records review, State Central Child Abuse Registry, criminal records screening/finger printing, reference checks

Here are some of the benefits of working for Hope For Youth!

• Date-of-hire eligibility for health and welfare benefits (M/D/V)

• 89% Employer-paid medical premiums

• Generouspaid time off for all employees regularly working over 20 hours

• Agency-funded Pension Plan

• Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, FSA and HSA Accounts

• Agency-paid life insurance and disability, and for some positions, long-term disability

• Training programs and Tuition Assistance and free tuition credits are also available

• Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

• Special Events and Recognition Awards

• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!

• Volunteer and Internshipopportunities available within

• Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers

Please include resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All positions are subject to background screening as required by law or contract, including but not limited to: Staff Exclusion List (SEL), State Central Child Abuse Registry (SCR), DMV record review, criminal records screening, reference checks, for some roles, a physical exam. Hope For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Learn more about Hope For Youth at: http://www.hfyny.org