Job description

Custodian - Part-Time (24 hours / week)

The Berkshire Food Co-op is seeking an energetic and reliable Custodian Team Member to perform day-to-day janitorial and facility maintenance responsibilities. Overall duties will include removing trash and debris, maintaining both interior and exterior common areas, restocking bathrooms and responding to cleaning emergencies.

The successful candidate will be organized, dedicated, and able to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously. This position will work closely with the Store Supervisor to carry out an effective cleaning schedule, including daily routines and equipment cleaning schedules.

The position requires night availability Friday-Sunday.

Responsibilities and Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Practices a total store approach to customer service, responding promptly to customer needs and inquiries
• Performs general maintenance and janitorial duties throughout the store
• Cleans all common areas including the outside patio, foyer, café seating area, staff break room, and back office
• Monitors, cleans and services restrooms
• Helps to maintain department-specific conditions and supplies as necessary
• Responds to calls for spills, pick-ups, or other cleaning emergencies
• Removes litter and rubbish from main receiving areas
• Completes equipment cleaning tasks and minor repair projects
• When applicable, places safety hazard signs in and around the building, including wet floor warning signs
• Helps to order supplies required for facility maintenance

Skills and Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma/GED or relevant qualification required
• Availability to work nights Friday - Sunday
• Must be reliable, professional, and detail-oriented
• Excellent customer service, communication skills, and solution-oriented
• Prepared to execute all duties and responsibilities in a safe and timely manner

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and walk up to 8 hours a day
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds independently or with assistance on an occasional to frequent basis
• Ability to use fine motor skills
• Ability to adapt to changes in temperature
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, crouch, kneel, push, pull and twist repeatedly
• Ability to use a two-way radio

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Night shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
We offer curbside pickup!

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Great Barrington, MA 01230: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to Friday, Saturday & Sunday?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Janitorial: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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