Janitor, Maintenance​/Cleaning, Building Maintenance

Compensation $15.50/hour

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Industry Manufacturing and production

Description

Title:Janitor

Compensation:$15.50/hour

At The Shade Store, we have handcrafted the finest Shades, Blinds and Drapery for 75 years. We believe designing beautiful custom window treatments should be an effortless experience, so we offer outstanding services to help our customers every step of the way, from inspiration to installation. We are always looking for friendly, passionate individuals to join our team and deliver the finest custom window treatment experience.

Our team is expanding, and there has never been a more exciting time to be a part of it.

THE POSITION:
Janitor

The Janitor performs general facility upkeep, including basic repairs, and helps ensure the building, equipment, and systems remain clean, safe, and functional. Responsibilities include applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems and maintaining tidy, well-functioning facilities. This role works under moderate supervision and typically requires at least one year of related experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans and maintains buildings, facilities, and equipment.
• Uses cleaning tools and other products to create a clean, healthy environment.
• Removes and disposes trash, recycling, and other waste following the appropriate policies.
• Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc.
• Install appliances and equipment.
• Conduct maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g., ventilation).
• Check functionality of safety systems (e.g., fire alarm).
• Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations.
• Report to a facilities or maintenance manager for issues.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions immediately. Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
• Provide training to other technicians in various disciplines as needed.
• Train subordinate employees on job skills and Company policies and procedures.
• Actively contribute to ongoing continuous improvement efforts and projects.
• Communicate constantly with supervisor regarding issues that may come up at work.
• Communicates any problems which arise to the supervisor.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Very good communication and interpersonal skills.
• May have basic maintenance skills.
• Experience using hand and electrical tools.
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Having a high level of troubleshooting knowhow.
• Detail oriented.
• Able to use ladders and/or scissor lifts.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• English language skills are required, Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Ability to work flexible and/or extended/Saturday hours depending on demand.
• Ability to climb and move around machinery.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds. May team-lift 50+ lbs. Work in a safe manner especially when lifting.
• Must be honest, have a positive attitude, be respectful, dependable, have a good attitude and a proven record of reliability (2+ years at previous jobs). Ability to understand written work direction.
• Requires 2+ years of general work experience.

We set out to create a company culture that is enjoyable and rewarding, where team members can have meaningful impact. Below are some of the perks and benefits of working at TSS:

• Medical Benefits
• 401k with Company Match
• Up to $100k Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Legal and Pet Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Product Discount

THE SHADE STORE® offer is contingent upon:

• Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States for The Shade Store, which will be confirmed by E-Verify within three business days of your hire date

The Shade Store provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.