Custodial Associate I

Custodial Associate – Full-Time

Heather Gardens Association | Aurora, Colorado
Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Join the Heather Gardens Team

Heather Gardens Association is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Custodial Associate to join our team. This is a hands-on position that plays an important role in keeping our Community Center and shared spaces clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for the residents, employees, programs, and events that use them every day.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy staying active, and like being part of a team that makes a visible difference, we would love to hear from you.

About Heather Gardens

Heather Gardens Association (HGA) is a vibrant 55+ residential community located in Aurora, Colorado. We are committed to providing exceptional service and maintaining a welcoming, well-managed environment for our residents. Our team members are dedicated professionals who value collaboration, integrity, and a shared sense of purpose in supporting a thriving community.

What You'll Do

As a Custodial Associate, you will help maintain the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of the Community Center and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include:

• Clean and maintain floors, including vacuuming and shampooing carpets, vinyl floor care, and pool deck tile cleaning.
• Clean classrooms, activity rooms, lobby areas, fixtures, interior glass, and other common areas.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and locker rooms and keep supplies fully stocked.
• Empty trash and maintain clean and orderly trash areas.
• Set up tables, chairs, furniture, and equipment for scheduled activities, programs, and events.
• Prepare and restock coffee stations each morning.
• Assist with room preparation and cleanup for Community Center programs and events.
• Maintain entryways and walkways by removing leaves, snow, and other debris as needed.
• Safely operate custodial equipment, machinery, and power tools.
• Follow established safety procedures and proper chemical-handling practices.
• Provide general custodial and facility support as needed.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is reliable, takes pride in maintaining a clean environment, and can work effectively with minimal supervision.

Qualifications include:

• Some high school education required.
• Previous custodial, janitorial, or facility maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and custodial machinery.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and understand hazards associated with custodial work.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and complete routine and repetitive tasks consistently and reliably.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements associated with custodial work, including standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling items as required by the position.

Benefits

Heather Gardens offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that begins the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment, including:

• Medical Insurance – Multiple plan options through Aetna & Kaiser
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance & Disability Coverage, with optional buy-up plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% company match
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Pet Wellness Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Uniform & Shoe Allowance for eligible positions

We also support work-life balance with paid holidays and generous PTO, along with a variety of voluntary benefits and employee resources designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being.

Be Part of Our Community

At Heather Gardens, our custodial team does much more than clean. They help create the environment our residents and guests experience every day. From preparing spaces for activities to maintaining clean and safe common areas, this position is an important part of keeping our community running smoothly.

If you're dependable, hardworking, and take pride in a job well done, we encourage you to apply and join the Heather Gardens team.

Heather Gardens Association is an equal opportunity employer.