Acting Maintenance Aide

Housing-Authority-of-New-Orlean; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Housing Authority of New Orleans is seeking an Acting Maintenance Aide to join our full-time team in New Orleans, LA. Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, you will perform cleaning, basic maintenance, and assist with minor repairs to keep facilities safe and well maintained.

Responsibilities include cleaning lobbies and restrooms, floor care, reporting hazards, changing bulbs, assisting with unit turnovers, and supporting grounds cleanup as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 3 years facility maintenance/janitorial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintaining lobbies, hallways, restrooms, and shared areas.
• Perform comprehensive floor care including sweeping, mopping, and buffing.
• Replace bulbs, tighten fixtures, report leaks, and assist with minor repairs.
• Respond to cleaning requests and spills with professionalism.
• Maintain hazards-free walkways and follow OSHA building safety protocols.
• Assist with turning over vacant units and moving heavy supplies.

Skills

Cleaning

Floor care

Maintenance tasks

Safety awareness

Reporting issues

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Acting Maintenance Aide

Full-time Regular New Orleans, LA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1143

Salary Range: $30,800.00 To $36,900.00 Annually

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Custodian performs routine cleaning and maintenance duties to ensure that all facilities are clean and well maintained. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing buildings, performing minor maintenance tasks, reporting safety hazards or needed repairs, and ensuring the property remains clean and well maintained. The Custodian supports the overall upkeep of the property by completing daily assignments efficiently and assisting with emergency or special cleaning needs as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining lobbies, hallways, elevators, stairwells, restrooms, laundry rooms, and other shared areas. Disinfect elevators buttons and thoroughly wipe all handrails.
• Perform comprehensive floor care, including sweeping, mopping, buffing and maintaining all floor surfaces to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Empties building trash receptacles and transport waste to main dumpsters.
• Replaces bulbs, tighten fixtures, report leaks, assist maintenance staff with minor repairs.
• Responds to cleaning requests, spills, and related concerns with professionalism.
• Maintains clear walkways, identify hazards, follow OSHA and building safety protocols.
• Performs general grounds cleanup, including sweeping litter from walks and driveways; removes trash and picks up paper and debris on grounds areas, parking lots, and other assigned areas; empty waste receptacles.
• Mix cleaning agents safely. Maintain OSHA-compliant Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Documents broken lights and immediately reports faulty doors, leaks, physical hazards, broken fixtures, or other maintenance issues to management.
• Requests replenishment before supplies run out.
• Assists maintenance teams with turning over vacant units or moving heavy supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned or performing other functions commensurate with the qualification of this position.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Three years of experience in general facility maintenance and janitorial work is preferred, along with basic skills in minor maintenance tasks. Must have a valid driver’s license meet the requirements to be an authorized driver of HANO’s fleet vehicles.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.