General Cleaner

Description

REPORTS TO:
Property Manager

The purpose of this job description is to communicate the responsibilities and duties associated with the position of GENERAL CLEANER. While the following information should be considered a comprehensive description of this position, it should also be noted that some responsibilities and duties may not be specifically addressed.

Every person is expected to perform any reasonable task or request that is consistent with fulfilling company objectives.

It is imperative that you review these duties, skills and physical requirements closely and that you understand that by signing the Job Description Acknowledgement, you are verifying that you can perform all the duties, have the skills and possess the physical abilities that are necessary to perform the job as described.

The GENERAL CLEANER is responsible for the day-to-day cleaning and upkeep of property indoor and outdoor “common areas” to enhance and maintain the property’s overall appearance and curb appeal; areas include, but are not limited to, building lobbies, breezeways, corridors, staircases, clubhouse, sidewalks, patios and pool area. The GENERAL CLEANER also assists maintenance and leasing staff with additional minor maintenance and cleaning tasks as needed.

• Full-time / Hourly / Non-exempt (eligible for overtime)
• Non-essential
• 40 hours per week. May require some overtime. Weekends as circumstances warrant.

Daily onsite attendance is an essential function of this position. This role does not permit remote work or telecommuting. Employees are expected to be physically present at the workplace during scheduled work hours.

All duties must be conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state and local laws (e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.).

• Must be knowledgeable of OSHA regulations governing proper storage and management of hazardous materials (e.g., solvents, flammables, caustics) and workplace safety.
• Must immediately report any unsafe conditions discovered (e.g., trip hazards, cracked window, broken doors, broken/burned out pole lights, etc.) to the management office, and take appropriate action to secure the area.
• Inspects and maintains all tools and equipment assigned and used in excellent condition.
• Must be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts.
• Ensures all tools and equipment are properly cleaned and stored after use.
• Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use.
• Checks and replace building exterior and interior lighting as needed.
• If certified for pool maintenance, clean and maintain pool as directed.

Physically walks the property on a daily basis and removes litter, debris, cigarette butts and pet droppings from the grounds.

It is especially critical that the following common areas remain clean, neat and free of litter at all times:

• Management office
• Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings
• Clubhouse and patio area
• Tile, carpet, flooring
• Building lobbies/entrances, stairways, breezeways
• Interior/exterior lights
• Areas in front of and next to building entrances
• Doors, shutters, cabinets, windows, glass doors
• Dumpster area
• Walls
• Mail Kiosk and Parcel Locker Room
• Maintenance shop
• Parking lots and drives
• Pool area, pool furniture
• Clean and maintain model “show” apartments as directed.
• Clean vacant apartments as directed.
• Keep all common area, breezeways, hallways, clubhouse and leasing office fresh and odorless.
• Performs work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
• Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter.
• Waters plants and mows during start-up…