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Heather Gardens Association | Aurora, Colorado
Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Monday–Friday | 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Compensation: $17.75 - $18.50 depending on experience

Heather Gardens Association is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Custodial Associate to join our team.

This is a full-time, hands-on position primarily responsible for maintaining residential buildings throughout the Heather Gardens community. Custodial Associates are typically assigned approximately 4–6 residential buildings, depending on the size and needs of the buildings.

Because employees travel between their assigned buildings throughout the workday, a valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, current vehicle registration and automobile insurance, and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) are required for this position. Employees use their personal vehicle to travel between work assignments on the Heather Gardens property and are reimbursed for business mileage in accordance with HGA policy.

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

Heather Gardens Association (HGA) is a vibrant 55+ residential community located in Aurora, Colorado. We are committed to providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, safe, welcoming, and well-managed environment for our residents.

Our employees are dedicated professionals who value reliability, collaboration, integrity, and a shared commitment to supporting our community.

Employment Status: Full-time

Regular Schedule: Monday–Friday

Regular Hours: 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Primary Work Location: Residential buildings throughout the Heather Gardens community

Building Assignment: Custodial Associates are typically responsible for approximately 4–6 residential buildings, depending on the size and custodial needs of the assigned buildings.

Cross-Training: New custodial employees will be cross-trained in our Community Center/Clubhouse operations to provide greater flexibility and departmental coverage.

Weekend Availability: Occasional weekend hours may be required for cross-training or operational coverage.

Travel between residential buildings is a regular and essential part of this position. Custodial Associates are required to use their personal vehicle to travel between assigned buildings throughout the Heather Gardens property during the workday.

Employees are reimbursed for business mileage in accordance with HGA policy.

To be eligible for this position, applicants must:

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Have reliable access to a personal vehicle for travel between assigned buildings during the workday.
• Maintain current vehicle registration.
• Maintain current automobile insurance meeting HGA requirements.
• Maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with HGA requirements.
• Provide required driving and vehicle documentation as part of HGA's employment and driving eligibility process.

As a Custodial Associate, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of assigned residential buildings and common areas throughout the Heather Gardens community.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain approximately 4–6 assigned residential buildings, depending on building size and operational needs.
• Travel between assigned buildings throughout the workday using your personal vehicle.
• Clean and maintain residential building common areas, including hallways, entryways, lobbies, elevators, stairwells, and other shared spaces.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, and perform routine floor-care duties.
• Clean interior glass, doors, fixtures, railings, and other common-area surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect common-area restrooms, where applicable, and maintain appropriate supplies.
• Empty trash and maintain clean and orderly trash and custodial areas.
• Maintain building entrances and surrounding areas 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.
• Identify and report maintenance, safety, or facility concerns observed while working in assigned buildings.
• Interact professionally and respectfully with residents, employees, guests, and other members of the community.
• Assist with Community Center/Clubhouse custodial responsibilities when scheduled or needed for departmental coverage.
• When assigned to the Community Center/Clubhouse, assist with cleaning, room preparation, and setups and breakdowns of tables, chairs, furniture, and equipment for activities, meetings, programs, and events.
• Perform other custodial and facility-support duties as assigned.

We're looking for someone who is dependable, takes pride in maintaining a clean environment, and is comfortable working independently throughout a large residential community.

The successful candidate should be able to manage responsibility for multiple assigned buildings, organize daily tasks effectively, and consistently maintain HGA's standards for cleanliness and resident service.

• Some high school education required.
• Previous custodial, janitorial, or facility-maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) required.
• Reliable personal vehicle required for travel between assigned buildings during the workday.
• Current vehicle registration and automobile insurance required.
• Ability and willingness to drive between multiple residential buildings throughout the workday.
• 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 manage responsibilities across multiple assigned buildings.
• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with residents, coworkers, and guests.
• Ability to 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.

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.

At Heather Gardens, our custodial team does much more than clean. Our Custodial Associates help create the environment our residents experience every day by keeping residential buildings, common areas, and community facilities clean, safe, and welcoming.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, staying active throughout the day, taking ownership of assigned buildings, and seeing the results of their work.

If you're dependable, hardworking, comfortable traveling between multiple buildings during your workday, 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.