Facilities Custodian

The Summit Center is a leading nonprofit organization based in Western New York that specializes in providing evidence-based services to children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Known for its commitment to empowering individuals and enhancing their quality of life, the organization operates with a dedicated team that strives to help every person served achieve their highest level of independence. The Summit Center’s work environment is supportive, inclusive, and focused on professional growth, offering its employees meaningful careers where their contributions genuinely make a difference in the community.

The Summit Center is currently seeking a Facilities Custodian to join their team in Amherst, NY. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, security, and functionality of the agency’s facilities. It offers a stable schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, totaling 37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility required to accommodate potential early starts for snow response and occasional weekend work, approximately one Saturday or Sunday per month for about two hours. The hourly pay rate for this role is $19.17, reflecting the organization’s commitment to fair compensation.

As a Facilities Custodian, the individual will be responsible for general cleaning, upkeep, and basic maintenance tasks across assigned agency properties. This includes maintaining classrooms and common areas, handling school materials and office supplies, assisting with moving furniture and equipment, and ensuring building security. The custodian will also be involved in grounds maintenance and will support facilities maintenance technicians with various duties as needed. Flexibility in schedule and willingness to fill in when other staff are absent are essential aspects of this role, as the agency’s operating hours and needs can vary.

Working at The Summit Center means becoming part of a compassionate, highly trained team where every role contributes to creating better outcomes for individuals facing developmental challenges. The organization offers a range of excellent benefits including 28 days of paid time off, paid holidays, potential for annual raises and profit sharing, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options including a medical opt-out payment, a 401K plan with up to 4% employer match, life and long-term disability insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. This program provides free mental health counseling, childcare referrals, access to legal services, grief and eldercare support, and financial planning resources.

For those passionate about making a positive impact and seeking a supportive workplace with opportunities for growth, the Facilities Custodian position at The Summit Center offers a meaningful and rewarding career path. Candidates can expect to be valued members of a team dedicated to making a difference every day.