Janitor; PT

Position: Janitor (PT)

Job Details:

Job Location:

Lakewood Plaza - Norfolk, VA, Position Type:
Part Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00

Hourly, Job Category: IL Leasing License NOT Required, Job Summary

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment across residential buildings and grounds. This position performs routine cleaning, grounds upkeep, minor repairs, and assists with unit turnover and maintenance tasks. The technician plays a key role in delivering a positive resident experience by ensuring all common areas and exterior spaces reflect Evergreen’s standards of care and cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities

• General Cleaning & Upkeep
  • Clean common areas such as lobbies, restrooms, stairwells, laundry rooms, kitchens, offices, and multi-purpose spaces.
  • Perform deep cleaning of vacant units during turnover, including floor care and trash removal.
  • Remove graffiti, debris, and litter from both interior and exterior property areas.
  • Assist with “trash-outs” in vacated units and haul items to designated disposal areas.
• Grounds & Exterior Maintenance
  • Walk property daily to pick up litter, remove pet waste, and check for hazards.
  • Remove snow and apply salt to walkways during winter months.
  • Assist with seasonal landscaping tasks such as mowing, edging, trimming, weeding, and mulching (if no dedicated Groundskeeper is on-site).
  • Support exterior work such as fence repair, painting, or screen replacement.
• Light Maintenance Support
  • Perform minor repairs such as unclogging toilets, replacing closet doors, fixing screens, or light painting.
  • Replace light bulbs and monitor lighting in hallways, stairwells, and exterior areas.
  • Respond to assigned work orders and assist maintenance team with basic repairs.
  • Maintain clean and safe mechanical rooms and storage areas.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all company safety policies and OSHA guidelines.
  • Identify and report unsafe conditions immediately (e.g., broken steps, lighting outages, leaks).
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and handle chemicals according to MSDS and label instructions.
  • Maintain a “safety-first” approach during all work.
• Additional Duties
  • Distribute resident notices, flyers, newsletters, or pest control communications.
  • Assist with pool upkeep as directed (if applicable).
  • Track and store tools and cleaning supplies in a clean and organized manner.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in janitorial, custodial, or property cleaning roles.
• Experience with light maintenance or working with professional cleaning tools preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Pool certification required for properties with a pool.
• Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.

Technical & Physical Skills

• Basic knowledge of cleaning agents, safety procedures, and janitorial equipment.
• Familiarity with hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, ladders, etc.) and power tools (drills, buffers, etc.).
• Ability to read work instructions, safety labels, and property notices.
• Must be capable of lifting and moving heavy objects (see Physical Demands below).

Other Requirements

• Basic knowledge of cleaning agents, safety procedures, and janitorial equipment.
• Familiarity with hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, ladders, etc.) and power tools (drills, buffers, etc.).
• Ability to read work instructions, safety labels, and property notices.
• Must be capable of lifting and moving heavy objects (see Physical Demands below).

Skills

• Attention to Detail – Maintains cleanliness standards and completes work thoroughly and efficiently.
• Reliability – Shows up on time, completes assigned duties, and communicates effectively with the team.
• Physical Endurance – Performs physically demanding work across multiple areas of the property.
• Customer Service –…