Janitorial Porter

If you are looking to make an impact through a meaningful and rewarding career, we are currently seeking talented, creative, and committed people who share our values of Challenging the Status Quo, Building Community, Creating Purpose, and Ensuring Inclusion by fostering individuals’ development, well-being, and growth.

In 1951, The Kennedy Center was founded to create a safe space where individuals with disabilities would have the same opportunities as every other person. We believe every life is sacred and every individual brings value to their relationships, their work, and their communities.

Since then, a consistent thread of giving back has been woven into the fabric of The Kennedy CollectiveSM and all we do. Having grown from a program serving 15 children to a multifaceted organization that positively impacts over 2000 individuals with disabilities annually, our commitment to creating pathways for people to thrive by unleashing potential and empowering abilities is as strong today as it was yesterday.

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401k
• Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Job purpose:

Perform various maintenance/custodial duties as assigned both in The Kennedy CollectiveSM facility and on outside contracts.

Competencies: (6)

• Ethics/Integrity: 25%
• Interpersonal Skills: 15%
• Quality: 15%
• Dependability: 15%
• Project Management: 15%
• Results Driven: 15%

Duties and Responsibilities:

• General cleaning using appropriate industrial methods and safety practices.

• Receive direct supervision from the Janitorial Crew Supervisor/Assistant Manager or Manager of Janitorial Services.

• Clean bathrooms, vacuum, mop, buff, strip, wax floors, empty garbage and recyclables, clean tabletops, general building maintenance.

• Perform work to all contract specifications.

• Operate buffing equipment.

• Maintain and replace inventory of supplies and materials.

• Maintain equipment in operating condition.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma.
• Two years of experience in routine maintenance/custodial duties preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Depending upon assignment, must be able to work in a variety of settings, weather conditions and locations.
• Distribute and utilize equipment and work materials, which frequently include lifting, carrying, pushing, stooping,
• Must maintain CPR certification.
• Work a flexible work schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Work independently, utilize good judgment, and possess a strong sense of initiative.

Physical Requirements:

• Distribute and utilize equipment and work materials, which frequently include lifting, carrying, pushing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching and climbing.
• Move and lift weights up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Operate maintenance equipment including carpet shampooer and buffing machine.

The Kennedy Collective invests in the success of all new employees by providing an immersive new hire orientation and training experience. Here’s what you can expect if you’re hired:

• Two-week new hire orientation including an introduction to the agency, site tours, and employer-funded CPR & PMT certification.
• Two weeks of job-specific trainings and shadowing at your worksite
• Check-ins with Human Resources after your first 30, 60, and 90 days

The Kennedy CollectiveSM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans are especially encouraged to apply.