Now Hiring: Part Time Custodian
Location: 70 Union Ave Providence, RI 02909
Reports To: Manager of Facilities
Employment Type: Part Time- 25 hours per week. Monday-Friday, AM Shifts
Help Create Safe, Welcoming Spaces for Children and Families
At Children's Friend , our facilities are more than just buildings-they're places where children learn, families receive support, and communities grow stronger. We're looking for a dependable, hands-on Custodian who takes pride in keeping our buildings safe, clean, and running smoothly.
If you enjoy solving problems, working independently, and making a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do:
As a Custodian, you'll work closely with the Manager of Facility Services to maintain our agency's facilities and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for children, families, staff, and visitors.
Your responsibilities will include:
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace that supports and celebrates diversity. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at .
Children's Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
Location: 70 Union Ave Providence, RI 02909
Reports To: Manager of Facilities
Employment Type: Part Time- 25 hours per week. Monday-Friday, AM Shifts
Help Create Safe, Welcoming Spaces for Children and Families
At Children's Friend , our facilities are more than just buildings-they're places where children learn, families receive support, and communities grow stronger. We're looking for a dependable, hands-on Custodian who takes pride in keeping our buildings safe, clean, and running smoothly.
If you enjoy solving problems, working independently, and making a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do:
As a Custodian, you'll work closely with the Manager of Facility Services to maintain our agency's facilities and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for children, families, staff, and visitors.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Performing general building maintenance and repairs
- Coordinating or completing repairs to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, sprinkler, and other building systems
- Maintaining the interior and exterior of agency buildings, including restrooms, common areas, floors, and grounds
- Responding to maintenance requests such as changing light fixtures, replacing switches, moving furniture, landscaping, power washing, and general repairs
- Assisting with preventative maintenance to keep facilities operating efficiently
- Maintaining agency equipment and vehicles, as assigned, and ensuring maintenance supplies are stocked
- Responding during inclement weather in accordance with agency procedures
- Working collaboratively with the Facilities team and other departments to support agency operations
- Participating in training and professional development opportunities
- Promoting a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone we serve
- Performing other related duties as assigned
- High school diploma or GED required
- Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions
- Knowledge of general building maintenance, safety practices, and basic first aid
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Reliable transportation to travel between agency locations
- Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings, including criminal background, medical clearances, and immunization requirements
- A mission-driven organization committed to equity, inclusion, and community
- A collaborative and supportive workplace culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact
- Comprehensive benefits and professional development support
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace that supports and celebrates diversity. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us at .
Children's Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
- 12 Holidays
- Competitive Vacation Benefits
- Training and Professional Development
- Education Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance