Janitor - Birchwood & Garfield Apartments

Note: This is a full-time position with benefits Health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance, and paid vacation, sick and personal time.
Overview: The Janitor position actively participates in carrying out the mission of CCHC by providing janitorial support to the Garfield and Soon-to-Open Birchwood supportive housing apartment buildings serving single adults with disabilities, behavioral health concerns, and/or a history of housing instability. This person will provide services as a member of a team and understand the program goals based on "Housing First" and "Harm Reduction" philosophies. This position will perform all janitorial duties of the building.
Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Understand "Housing First" and "Harm Reduction" philosophies and apply to specific duties. 2. Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team to effectively perform duties. 3. Provide cleaning and general upkeep of the property. 4. Responsible for assisting the Site Director in identifying long- and short-term cleaning and repair projects. 5. Implement a routine cleaning schedule that includes cleaning floors, windows, storage spaces, restrooms, dining room, trash rooms, lobbies, grounds, and other areas as assigned. 6. Complete daily cleaning tasks. 7. Assist in snow and ice removal from sidewalks and entryways. 8. Assist in cleaning and preparing rooms for rental. 9. Be familiar with tools and equipment necessary for janitorial services. 10. Prioritize and manage cleaning projects. 11. Communicate with and relate to diverse populations. 12. Abide by current safety regulations as defined by OSHA, Fire and Health Departments and other regulatory agencies.

Requirements

Preferred Experience:

This position requires a person who is self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team to carry out job duties. This position requires some flexibility in schedule. This position requires previous building janitorial experience. This person must pass and maintain Minnesota Background Study clearance.

Essential Skills:

•Ability to read, analyze, and complete documentation and communicate through speaking, listening, and writing

•Ability to maintain confidentiality

•Skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with diverse tenants and staff

•Regular attendance, reliability, and punctuality

•Sensitivity and effectiveness when dealing with people from diverse backgrounds and with special needs

Physical Demands:

Must be able to safely navigate stairs and ladders, bend, squat, kneel, reach overhead and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.

Center City Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, sexual orientation/identity/expression, marital status or familial status.

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