Janitor - Pac Station North, Santa Cruz CA

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Manager or Maintenance personnel, the Janitor is responsible for keeping exterior, common areas, vacant units, sidewalks and alleyways of property(ies) in a clean and safe condition.

General Duties

• Cleans all hallways.
• Cleans all common and reception areas.
• Cleans all vacant apartments.
• Cleans all parking areas, sidewalks and alleyways.
• Maintains congenial relationships with all residents, is understanding of and sensitive to cultural background, economic status, those with special needs, and adheres to Fair Housing requirements.

Specific Duties

• Vacuums carpets.
• Washes windows and walls, ceilings, woodwork, door panels and sills (interior/exterior).
• Keeps sidewalks clean (i.e., sweep, shovel, power wash).
• Blow leaves from parkways.
• Sweeps, scrubs, waxes, polishes and/or vacuums floors.
• Picks up trash and sidewalk debris in and around the property.
• Empties and sanitizes trashcans and ashtrays.
• Cleans appliances, rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and draperies, screens and filters
• Dusts blinds, furniture and other apartment fixtures.
• Maintains appliances and plumbing.
• Aids with painting, as directed.
• Replaces burnt-out bulbs and air conditioner filters, as needed or requested.
• Prepares dumpsters for garbage and recycle pick-up.
• Checks locks while working in specific areas.
• Replenishes bathroom supplies in common bathrooms.
• Sets up, picks-up and cleans-up tables and chairs in meeting or dining rooms for miscellaneous social program activities, as requested.
• Reports maintenance problems or any noticeable damage or needed repairs to Manager or maintenance personnel.
• Reports to Manager any excessive noise, disorderly conduct, or misuse of property.
• Maintains appropriate janitorial supplies.
• Notifies immediate supervisor when supplies need to be replenished.
• Attends staff meetings and resident meetings, as required.
• Actively participates in our culture of inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 1 year janitorial or related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PREFERRED SKILLS:
  • Plumbing and mechanical aptitude;
  • Good safety habits;
  • General understanding of ongoing housekeeping and cleaning procedures.
• Trustworthy.
• Exercise common sense, good judgement, consistency and self-control in day-to-day contact with residents and in other business-related matters.
• Familiar with power, water and gas turnoffs, clean out traps, fire extinguishers and fire systems.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Attentive to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience working with diverse groups, i.e., staff, residents and suppliers.
• Commitment to the companies' goals and philosophy.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands 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 frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, wet or humid conditions, outdoor weather conditions and toxic or caustic chemicals.