Custodian; Affordable Housing

Position: Custodian (Affordable Housing)
Full-Time Custodian Needed!

Morning/Day Shift Mon-Fri
8520 Mac Kenzie Rd, Affton, MO 631237:30 AM-4

PM

Summary:

Responsible for custodial maintenance of the interior and exterior of the site building and grounds;
Demonstrates the Ever True mission of “Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest”.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Keeps all interior halls, multipurpose room, elevators, laundry, kitchen and common areas swept, mopped, waxed, and buffed and in carpeted areas, vacuums and shampoos;
Daily empties trash from all public and common areas

Makes ready apartments by de-trashing unit, clean appliances, vacuum, shampoo and sanitize carpets, cleans shower tile, lavatory and commode, paint, mop, wax and buff tile floors, change air conditioner filter, cleans drapes and blinds, wipe down cabinets and closets and attends to any other details as necessary;
Informs manager the unit is ready for inspection

In inclement weather, keeps floors and entrances to building clean and dry;
Removes ice and snow from walkways, driveways and parking areas

Provides outside custodial work with mowing and watering grass, pulling weeds, trimming hedges and removing debris from property

Assists the Maintenance staff on an “as needed” basis such as: moving heavy items, changing light bulbs, and some plumbing problems;
Participates in project work such as inventory, replacing air conditioner filters, etc.;
Set up and breakdown tables, chairs and other items needed for special events and meetings at the facility.

Provides written and/or verbal reports to the lead maintenance mechanic regarding maintenance or safety issues

Requests supplies to be purchased to perform custodial services and submits to maintenance;
May be requested to make purchases at local merchants or to run an errand;
Mileage to and from destination is reimbursable with proper documentation

Maintains adequate supplies of paper products and deodorizers in public restrooms

Makes simple repairs to fixtures or equipment

Assists in painting hallways, doors, lounges, offices, fencing and vacant apartments

When working in public areas, posts caution and safety signs for wet floors

Keeps work areas and storage areas clean, with equipment and supplies properly stored

Assists in monitoring the community for any safety and security concerns or alarms that the Community Manager would need to be notified about

Uses equipment and supplies in a safe manner and following OSHA guidelines;
Uses proper personal protective devices or clothing, such as gloves, aprons, boots, safety glasses, mask, and back safety belt Immediately reports any property damage (e.g. graffiti) to the Community Manager and removes as soon as possible

Qualifications,

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education/

Experience:

No prior experience or education required

Certification/Licensure:
No Certification or Licensure required

Language

Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations.

Must possess the ability to work independently, make decisions and take initiative when circumstances warrant such action

Must be proficient in the use of buffers, waxers, vacuums, lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, weed eaters, alarm systems and housekeeping equipment such as mops, brooms, ladders, plungers and augurs

Must have patience and ability to demonstrate professional behavior in difficult/stressful situations involving residents and their families

Must be able to report back to work if off-duty in the event of an emergency or disaster

Physical Activities and Demands:

The physical requirements and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required…