Custodian

Human Resources Department

Ohkay Owingeh
PO BOX 1099

OHKAY OWINGEH, NEW MEXICO 87566

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT #2023 - 037

POSITION TITLE: Custodian (2) PAY RATE: $12.00 - $15.00 Hourly

DEPARTMENT: Custodial Services POSITION STATUS: Regular Full-Time

PERIOD TO APPLY: 10/26/2023-Open Until Filled FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SUPERVISOR: Maintenance Supervisor LOCATION: Tribal Administration

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, performs janitorial, custodial, and grounds keeping duties for Ohkay Owingeh.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

NATURE OF WORK

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and waxes floors.
• Dusts and polishes furniture; cleans offices.
• Washes windows, walls, and mirrors.
• Cleans, sanitizes, and deodorizes restrooms; replaces soap and paper products.
• Unclogs lavatories.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles and ashtrays.
• Disposes of trash appropriately.
• Vacuums and shampoos carpets.
• Strips, waxes, and buffs floors.
• Cleans vents and light fixtures.

Phone (505) 852-6146 Fax (505) 852-0093

• Replaces light bulbs.
• Assists in moving office furniture.
• Maintains equipment and custodial supplies and replenishes as needed.
• Cuts weeds, rakes leaves, and removes litter from grounds.
• Maintains entrances, steps, walkways, and parking lots.
• Cleans snow and ice from parking lots, walkways, entrances, and steps.
• Trims and prunes trees and bushes at ten feet and below.
• Irrigates lawns using sprinklers, hoses, and flooding techniques.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs.
• Sets up tables and chairs in various meeting rooms as requested.
• Adjusts heating, lighting, sound systems, and water valves in buildings as requested.
• Attends and participates in meetings and planning sessions.
• Informs supervisor of any defects or repairs needed in buildings or on grounds.
• Observes safety rules and maintains a safe environment.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

JOB FUNCTION

• Knowledge of traditional form of government and pueblo customs and traditions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to safely use cleaning products and safely operate cleaning equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to learn the methods of cleaning and caring for buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Ability to work as a team member in a structured working environment.
• Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything, and continually seek improvement in results.
• Skill in the use of cleaning tools, chemicals, cleaners, and disinfectants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED, six (6) months experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Current valid New Mexico’s Driver’s License with no DWIs.
• Must be insurable through the Pueblos Insurance Carrier.
• No felony convictions or gross misdemeanors within the past ten years.

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• Must successfully be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS:

• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to finger handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk to hear.
• The employee occasionally is required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Able to work in fast-paced, multi-task environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Exposure to fumes or airborne particles may occur, and the incumbent is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. Evening, weekend and or holiday work is rarely required.

The position description identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that en employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job related instructions and perform job related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE

VETERAN PREFERENCE

SUBMIT APPLICATION AND RESUME TO:

OHKAY OWINGEH HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT OR EMAIL:

lydell.lewis@ohkay.org

PO BOX 1099

OHKAY OWINGEH, NEW MEXICO 87566

FAX (505) 852-0093
When required of the position, attach a copy of high school /GED, college education, certification(s) or

licensure(s).

Incomplete applications may delay or exclude consideration of your application.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $15