Janitor

Position Title: Janitor
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Property Manager
Department: Housing
Job Type: Regular
Job Status: Full Time
Grade: 19
Union: Teamsters
Work Schedule: Regular Business Hours
Amount of Travel Required: Local only
Positions Supervised: None
Work Location: On site

Starting Pay Rate: $21.28 per hour Grade 19/Step 1 for all new employees
Full Pay Range: $21.28 - $27.53 per hour

Closes: Open until filled, but priority given to applications received by November 4, 2024 at 5:00pm

POSITION SUMMARY
Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition. Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Duties may include performing light routine maintenance activities, notifying management of need for repairs, and cleaning snow or debris from sidewalk.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Function Summaries

• Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Monitor dumpster areas, pick up trash & furniture and haul to waste disposal facility.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Steam clean or shampoo carpets.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow melting chemicals.
• Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
• Make minor adjustments to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, or electrical systems.
• Clean and restore building interiors damaged by fire, smoke, or water, using commercial cleaning equipment.
• Drive vans, industrial trucks, or other vehicles required to travel to or to perform cleaning work.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Requirements

As part of Bremerton Housing Authority's commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace all BHA staff must demonstrate commitment to cultivating a workplace culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion. They must work collaboratively to create and maintain an inclusive environment where all team members feel valued and included and must be willing to participate in equity and inclusion education and training programs.

Required Education and Experience

Experience: 1 plus years of experience in Janitorial or cleaning of facilities.

Bremerton Housing Authority has the discretion to accept any other equivalent combination of education and experience when relevant.

Computer Skills:

• Must be comfortable using a cell phone for communication via text, email and voice.
• Must be familiar with using computer technology to assist in job performance.

Other Requirements:

• Must be available to come to work during inclement weather events as needed to ensure BHA properties are safe for residents as quickly as possible.
• Must possess a valid driver's license for use in Washington State and with the continued ability to be covered under Bremerton Housing Authority's auto insurance policies.

Required Competencies

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to drive an automobile - Must be licensed and able drive to various work sites using a two or four door passenger car.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
• Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Tactful - Ability to avoid being offensive when communicating with others, maintain diplomatic relations or good customer services, and show consideration for others with diverse backgrounds.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Will work inside various apartment buildings occupied by low-income residents. Will also work outside in various weather conditions. Work is very physical depending on the day-to-day duties. Will work mostly independently with occasional interaction with supervisor or co-workers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands Lift/Carry
Stand F 10 lbs or less F
Walk F 11-20 lbs F
Sit O 21-50 lbs O
Manually Manipulate F 51-100 lbs. O (Requires 2 people to prevent injury)
Reach Outward F
Reach Above Shoulder F Push/Pull
Climb O 12 lbs or less F
Crawl O 13-25 lbs F
Squat or Kneel F 26-40 lbs. O
Bend F 41-100 lbs O
Grasp F
Speak O

Other Physical Requirements
•Vision (Near)
•Sense of Sound - listening to instructions and customer comments
•Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
•Sense of Balance

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