Custodian

Company: Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center
Location: Big Lake
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Description ABOUT ANCHORAGE NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH CENTER: At ANHC, we believe everyone deserves high-quality, respectful, and compassionate care, regardless of their ability to pay. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we serve a diverse patient population with a commitment to health equity and community well-being. Our culture is grounded in our core values: Respect, Compassion, Personal Integrity, Excellence, and Collaborative Spirit. These values guide how we care for our patients and how we treat one another. We foster a supportive, team-orientated environment where every voice is heard, diversity is celebrated, and staff are empowered to grow and make meaningful contributions. At ANHC, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that shows up every day with purpose, heart, and a deep commitment to the community we serve. POSITION SUMMARY: Maintains interior and exterior of ANHC healthcare building and grounds in clean and orderly condition as well as securing against fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevator, stairways and locker rooms and other work areas, including walls, ceilings, windows, furniture and floor surfaces. Transports trash, waste and recyclables to disposal area. Replenishes consumable supplies to include soaps, can liners, paper products, etc. Cleans and maintains grounds, cuts and trims grass/shrubs/trees, shovels snow, distributes sand and ice melt. Periodically patrols buildings and grounds, examining doors, windows and gates to determine that they are secure. Inspects equipment and machinery for signs of tampering and unusual wear, leaks or malfunctions. Warns violators of rule infractions such as loitering, tobacco usage or carrying forbidden articles. Sounds alarms, calls 911 by telephone in case of fire or presence of unauthorized or unruly persons. Escorts employees and patients to vehicles upon request. Frequently will assume additional duties and provide cross coverage for Maintenance and Materials Technician. SUPPORTING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs light maintenance duties as needed. Assists with distribution of supplies as needed. Regulates vehicle and pedestrian traffic to maintain orderly flow. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: ANHC’s Mission, Vision and Values: Actively supports ANHC’s mission, vision and values. Includes using individual skills to add value to the mission : To be a trusted partner in every person’s wellness by providing integrated, compassionate, and high-quality health care, regardless of ability to pay; and vision : Accessible care for a healthy Anchorage . Aligns actions around organizational values of RESPECT, COMPASSION, PERSONAL INTEGRITY, EXCELLENCE and COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT and gives priority to organizational mission, vision and values when making decisions. Accountability: Takes ownership for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development; openly discusses his/her actions and their consequences both good and bad; has an ability to identify strengths and developmental opportunities and leverages insight to make adjustments to improve their effectiveness; courage to have difficult conversations. Adapting to Change: Accepts and adapts to change in a professionally appropriate and thoughtful manner. Is willing to offer a different perspective or approach and yet knows when and how to stand down graciously and accept a well-thought-out decision. Embraces change. Confidentiality: Maintains the highest level of confidentiality regarding ANHC records and information relating to ANHC, its customers and employees. Appropriately uses internal confidential information for business purposes only. Responsible for knowledge and compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Communicating Effectively: Shares information. Listens and involves others. Clearly conveys ideas in a manner that engages others and helps them understand and retain the message. Decision Making/Judgment: Approaches problems and decisions methodically and objectively; involves others as needed; uses sound judgment in making decisions and understanding the impact to themselves, customers, their team, and the organization; conducts the appropriate analysis to identify the symptoms and root cause of issues; makes timely decisions. Delivering High Quality Work: Makes sure responsibilities central to the role meet all requirements and expectations. Finishes tasks promptly and critically reviews work to ensure quality and accuracy. Considers impact of work to others and takes steps to mitigate. Seeks additional work after finishing tasks. Demonstrating Initiative: Takes action on his/her own without being prompted; handles problems independently; able to resolve issues without relying on extensive help from others; does more than is expected or asked. Results Orientation: Is focused on outcomes and accomplishments; follows through on commitments; can be counted upon to successfully execute on goals; motivated by achievement and a need for closure; has an attention to detail and is both efficient and effective in achieving a high level of measurable outcomes; persists in achieving goals despite obstacles. Service Excellence: Has a desire to consistently provide a genuinely exceptional experience to every person, every time. Provides timely and professional service to both internal and external customers; is responsive to customer needs and requests; is always courteous to the customer and considers the needs of the customer when making decisions. Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team and leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere. PHYSICAL, SENSORY, ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, grasp, push, pull, reach, lift, bend, carry and move up to 70 pounds, and climb ladders. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate small machinery such as vacuum cleaner, carpet cleaner, small tractor with plow and standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephone and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and vision. Work is performed in a healthcare clinic and office setting. ANHC is a tobacco-free campus. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Persons alleging unequal treatment should contact the Chief Human Resources Officer. The undersigned have read this job description and agree that it defines the position as it currently exists. The undersigned also understands that the above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be considered as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional duties at the discretion of the supervisor. WHY JOIN US? Competitive Salary and Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) with employer match, and more) 7 Paid Holidays 1 floating holiday per fiscal year Generous PTO accrual Continuing education and professional development reimbursement Mission-driven work that supports your growth and well-being. Collaborative team that values respect, compassion, and integrity. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Work Experience: One year of full-time appropriate/related experience required. Clinical cleaning experience preferred. Education, Certification and Licensure: High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have driver license, auto insurance and provide current motor vehicle record. Additional Skills & Knowledge: Bilingual preferred.

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