Custodian

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Healthfirst Bluegrass

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Lexington, Kentucky

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment by performing general cleaning duties and operating maintenance equipment. They must also manage supplies, document inspections, and adhere to safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.

Qualifications

You have at least one year of custodial or janitorial experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. You demonstrated reliable, detail-oriented work and have the ability to take pride in maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring a clean environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

cleaning chemicals

floor buffer

5S implementation

Job Description

At HealthFirst Bluegrass, we believe everyone deserves high‑quality, compassionate healthcare—regardless of their ability to pay. Our mission of transformative, equitable care starts with a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our patients, families, and staff.

We’re seeking a Custodian who takes pride in their work, cares deeply about helping others, and wants to be part of something meaningful.  We’re looking for the right fit and heart, not just a resume.

What We Offer:

· Meaningful Work: Impact the lives of individuals and families in our community by maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring a clean environment which helps protect vulnerable patients and ensures compliance with health regulations.

· Competitive Compensation Package: Health, dental, vision, voluntary life, company paid short and long-term disability, 9 paid holidays, sick leave, annual leave, excellent work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Performs general cleaning and custodial duties in common areas of the building that may include but are not limited to the following:
  • Sanitizing, disinfecting, dusting, sweeping, and vacuuming.
  • Washing, waxing, and polishing floors.
  • Completes trash disposal and recycling management.
  • Practices safe use of cleaning chemicals when mixing and preparing cleaning solutions according to specifications.
  • Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities, reports deficiencies to supervisor.
  • Operates cleaning equipment like floor buffer and other advanced cleaning equipment.
  • Stock and maintain supply rooms while supporting sustainment of 5S implementation/continuous quality improvment; documents and/or notifies dept supervisor on supplies needed.
  • Completes daily checklist and submits to appropriate personnel.
  • Participate in departmental meetings and ongoing trainings as needed.
  • Report safety hazards, maintenance needs, and incidents using the established procedure.
  • Utilize best practice problem solving to aid in streamlining workflows, finding solutions, and better serve the team and HFBG.
  • Adheres to established workflows, processes, procedures, best practices, and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:· 

  • 1 year of custodial or janitorial experience preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to take pride in reliable, detail‑oriented work.
  • Reliable transportation.

A plus, but not required:

  • Experience in a healthcare or clinical environment.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish

Flexible hours - Mon-Friday

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Healthfirst Bluegrass

HealthFirst Bluegrass Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), provides a myriad of high-quality healthcare services to diverse populations throughout Lexington KY. We provide access to medical, dental, pharmaceutical, mental health, family and social services, and health education for all age groups through our integrated care model. We are committed to ensuring the human right of accessible primary medical care through advocacy and community empowerment. We currently have 15 locations in Fayette County (soon 16!) and serve over 20,000 patients! HealthFirst Bluegrass Inc. is committed to maintaining a work environment that is "employee friendly" to assure the organization's ability to recruit and maintain excellent employees. Currently, the organization offers competitive salaries for positions as well as a very good benefit package that includes: -Medical Insurance -Dental Insurance -Vision Insurance -Group Life & AD&D -Employer Paid Group Short Term Disability -Employer Paid Group Long Term Disability -Voluntary Life (Employee, Spouse, and dependents) -Flexible Spending Account -Retirement Options -Employee Assistance Program -AFLAC Products -Continuing Education Units Reimbursement -Tuition Reimbursement -Student Loan Repayment through the National Health Service Corps - Paid Vacation Leave and Sick Days
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