Janitor

Abode Services values safety, wellness, and respect for each other and for those who we serve. Because of this commitment Abode Services is mandating that all employees be vaccinated effective September 30, 2021.Everyone deserves a home.

Abode Services’ mission is to end homelessness – doing whatever it takes to help those who need it most.

Abode Services, one of the largest and effective nonprofits working to end homelessness in the Bay Area, has an opening for a day shift Janitor at our Canyon Vista site in Redwood City. ( M-F, 8 am to 4 p.m.)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Desk Clerk is primarily responsible for the building’s desk station, including oversight of the security personnel assigned under a contractual relationship for a permanent supportive housing facility . This includes working with the Property Manager in the training of security/desk personnel of all property emergency and non-emergency procedures, desk procedures, and ensuring compliance with all organizational and department policies.

Benefits & Perks:

• $26.00 - $28.00/per hour
• *Day shift: M-F, 8 am to 4 p.m. 40hrs  per week
• 100% paid health, vision, and dental options
• 19 PTO days & 12 Holidays per year
• Voluntary benefits: FSA, EAP, Commuter Checks, Life Insurance, Legal, and more
• 3% retirement match/contribution 
• Professional Development Trainings and Opportunities, Leadership Academy Programs, and All Staff Events
• Dynamic, mission-driven culture and supportive leadership. We support you in supporting others

The Diverse Culture: We believe that we make better decisions and provide quality services when our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. People of color make up nearly 70% of our workforce and we strive to recruit and retain employees from all backgrounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:  

• Perform semi-skilled and skilled cleaning and disinfecting assigned areas as required on a scheduled frequency. 
• Clean/disinfect, empty trash, vacuum, clean windows/walls, dust and mop, strip/wax/buff the common areas, lobby, front desk, staff offices, public restrooms, elevators, entrance ways, exterior perimeters and other assigned areas according to janitorial schedule. Light maintenance may be assigned. 
• Perform grounds janitorial duties including perimeter trash pick-up, blowing, pressure-washing and other janitorial grounds tasks based on schedule. 
• Perform unit turnover janitorial including removing small/large debris and other cleaning and sanitation duties. 
• Removing trash frequently including, composting and recycling. 
• May have to dispose and remove hazardous waste material and e-waste material. 
• Maintain all equipment and supplies in proper condition. Assist with the distribution, stocking and storage of supplies/inventory. Clean, organize and secure janitor closets. 
• Maintain a safe working environment and adheres to all health and safety standards, laws, policies and rules. 
• Prepares and closes work orders using a computer or mobile device. 
• Maintain punctual, regular and predictable attendance. 
• Attend online and in-person trainings that are required for the position; this includes job-specific training and agency-wide trainings. 
• As needed, provide support/answer questions/submit recommendations regarding property janitorial needs for a high level of quality and efficiency. 
• Foster good staff relationships, cooperation and teamwork between staff under his/her supervision as well as with others in the organization. 
• Treat all residents/staff/vendors/visitors to the complex with respect and courtesy and treat all the residents in a non-discriminatory manner. 
• Work as a team member with other site staff so that all function as a team and are cooperative with each other, the residents, and visitors to the property. 
• Attend staff meetings and other property related meetings as required. 
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the nature of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications for the position are as follows: 

• High School Diploma or GED. 
• 1-2 years ’of related custodian, janitor, porter or housekeeper experience. 
• Experience working with cleaning chemicals and using personal protective equipment. 
• Light maintenance knowledge is a plus. 
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills; respect for confidentiality; ability to work with diverse populations, including persons with various disabilities and work tactfully within a fast-paced environment. 
• A valid California driver’s license, proof of current insurance meeting or exceeding state requirements and vehicle registration, clean (less than 4 points) DMV record and reliable transportation. 
• Ability to exert physical effort involving moving around the property, climbing stairs, moving from one area to another or standing for long periods of time. 
• Visual acuity necessary to inspect the property and units. 
• Able to lift, carry or push items weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. 
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of custodial power equipment.

Notice: This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment or promise of any kind. Abode Property Management reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at any time with or without notice.

Abode Property Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer