Full time Janitor

Kohner Properties
US - Missouri - Saint Louis
November 17, 2024
General Labor

JOB BRIEF: The JANITOR is primarily responsible for the care and cleaning of common areas, and community grounds in order to enhance and maintain the property's appeal. This position is also responsible for the care and cleaning of vacant apartments, common areas, office, model and corporate apartments in order to enhance and maintain the property's appeal. The Janitor will also assist the rest of the staff, as directed, in their efforts to manage the property in an efficient manner.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Conduct all business in accordance with Company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.
Must be knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing proper storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, and caustics.
Constantly observes the condition of apartment property throughout the community and immediately reports to Manager any vandalism, property damage, suspicious activity, and unsafe conditions; e.g., broken gates leading to the pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights, and initiates action to correct if possible.
Maintains awareness of proper safety precautions at all times.
Physically walk the property on a daily basis and remove litter, cigarette butts, debris, & pet droppings on the grounds.
Clean storage areas, pool area & restrooms according to company standards.
Clean hallways according to checklist and company standards.
Clean and maintain models, corporate apartments, laundry facilities, storage areas, & restrooms according to company standards.
Clean the offices, resident service areas, fitness rooms, etc
Place miscellaneous trash in trash chutes or dumpsters.
Clean windows, blinds, window treatments, and window ledges in all common areas
Clean the stairways, basement, mechanical rooms and shop areas.
May be required to clean exterior doors, and banisters.
Clean elevators, doors, and banister (when applicable)
Clean in front of the buildings, sidewalks, curbs, parking lots, car ports, and/or garages.
Clean trap doors and surrounding walls in trash chutes, mop trash chute areas.
Clean and maintain storage areas.
Insures that maintenance shops and storage areas remain locked & all equipment is secured when not in use.
May be required to assist with moving of appliances.
Cleans all vacant apartments.
Check all common area smoke alarms & emergency lighting.
Check common area and exterior light fixtures and replaces bulbs on a regular basis.
Performs "trash out" duties at vacated apartments or storage facilities as assigned by the manager.
Clean gutters, roof drains, and downspouts.
Maintains fence lines free of weeds and trash.
Maintains shrubs and beds, including mulching, planting, weeding, trimming, leaf removal and debris/trash clean up.
Apply chemicals as necessary.
Properly places sprinklers and rotates according to seasonal schedule.
Constantly observes condition of property throughout the community and immediately reports any vandalism, property damage, suspicious activity, and unsafe conditions and initiates action to correct if possible.
Inform management of supply needs in a timely manner.
Performs work area clean-up and safety related duties.
Required to report for emergency snow removal.
Performs any additional duties assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Scheduling/On Call Requirements: The position is normally scheduled Monday through
Friday but some positions may require weekend work. This position is required to report for
snow removal. During times of emergencies, heavy work-loads, or other company needs, there
will be times when overtime is required.

Requirements

Must be able to take verbal or written direction & work well without supervision.
Knowledgeable in the use of various cleaning products & equipment.
Required to handle cleaning chemicals. Certain cleaning chemicals may require pre-mixing.
Must be familiar with safe handling, storage, and mixing of chemicals per the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

Education and/or Experience:

One to three years related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Standing, unilateral and bilateral movement, walking, reaching, grasping/turning, bending/stooping/squatting, climbing stairs, climbing ladders. Pushing or pulling, writing/typing, finger dexterity, lifting/carrying, talking.

Visual Acuity:

Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to observe areas needing attention/correction. Read cautionary labels; respond to written instructions from staff.
Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm's reach. Observe and assist Maintenance; observe problems throughout property.

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions:

Indoors and outdoors

Equipment requirement:

Required to wear back support belt as needed and steel-toed shoes.
Wear goggles when working with specific equipment.
Wear masks and gloves and other safety equipment as tasks dictate.
An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of:

step stool

small ladder

gloves (as tasks dictate)

screwdriver

miscellaneous hand tools

rake

line trimmer

hedge trimmer

shovel

hand trowel

wheel barrow

Mops Stripper

Brooms Vacuum cleaner (back pack & conventional)

Buffer Waxer

Carpet Cleaner window squeegee

Scrubber step stool

small ladder gloves (as tasks dictate)

Requirement: Snow Removal

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