717 Janitor

Performs entry-level custodial work.  Work involves cleaning and caring for designated buildings and premises.  Maintains specified custodial equipment.  Works under close supervision of assigned staff.

1.  Performs custodial functions.

  • a)  Sweeps designated areas as assigned.
  • b)  Mops floors as assigned.
  • c)  Dusts furniture, etc. as assigned.

2. Maintains rest rooms.

  • a) Cleans rest rooms as assigned, using chemicals as appropriate.

3.Performs carpet maintenance.

  • a) Vacuums carpeting as needed.

4.  Cleans assigned offices.

  • a)  Cleans, as assigned and as needed, office furniture, walls and floors.
  • b) Empties trash in buildings/offices and disposes of it properly.

ESSENTIAL WORK BEHAVIORS:

All employees are expected to comply with all West Texas Centers (WTC) Policies and Procedures. This includes but is not limited to the following:

  • WTC Code of Conduct Policy and reporting requirements
  • WTC Corporate Compliance Policy, related procedures and reporting requirements
  • Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation Policy and reporting requirements
  • Standards for Employees Policy
  • Property and Equipment Policies and related procedures

Staff will establish and maintain effective work relationships with individuals served and their families, supervisors, co-workers, and visitors by demonstrating cooperative, courteous, and respectful behavior. Staff will adhere to rules outlined in Confidentiality Statement signed by employee and follow Information Services policy/ procedure guidelines related to security and accountability as a user of WTC network and software application technology.

All team members will promote and ensures safety guidelines are followed for the work environment by maintaining clean, neat, organized and safe work areas. This includes but is not limited to the following:

  • Safety concerns are reported to supervisor immediately upon discovery and/or corrected.
  • Identifies and reports any unsafe factors in the environment.
  • Reports and/or corrects safety hazards in the work area.
  • Utilizes universal precautions when handling all blood and body fluids.
  • Adheres to all standards, policies and procedures of infection control.
  • Universal precautions are utilized in accordance to WTC policy and procedures.

Team Members must have and maintain a driving record that is acceptable for insurability through the Center's insurance carrier.  Staff must maintain a safe, inspected and road-worthy vehicle and have a valid Texas Driver's License. Staff must notify supervisor immediately of any driving violations or citations received from law enforcement with no evidence of failure to report. Must meet the criteria that indicate a commitment to safe and responsible driving as defined by the Texas Risk Management Fund.