Janitor

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking a diligent Janitor to manage day-to-day maintenance of common areas, Health Center, and apartments, including major floor care projects and trash disposal.

Responsibilities include cleaning hallways, mopping and polishing floors, moving furniture, and ensuring safety in all work areas. The role requires GED or equivalent experience, basic sanitation knowledge, and flexibility to work evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• GED or equivalent work experience required.
• Basic understanding of sanitation procedures and safety requirements.
• Flexibility to work evenings and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform major housekeeping duties in hallways, entrances and common areas as directed.
• Maintain floor and carpet care in apartments, Health Center and common areas.
• Move furniture as needed while cleaning.
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclables in Health Center and apartments.
• Mop, buff, strip and wax floors as assigned.
• Clean resident rooms, Health Center dining rooms and common areas.
• Clean and decontaminate blood spills or other potentially infectious waste spills as needed.
• Wash internal and external windows in common areas when assigned.
• Assist with setup for events and relocation tasks.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Detail orientation

Multitasking

Education

GED or equivalent work experience

High School diploma preferred

Job description

Position SummaryThe Janitor is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of all common areas, H/C Pavilion needs and apartment care, including major floor care projects and trash disposal.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesOverall responsibilitiesPerform major housekeeping duties such as cleaning hallways, entrances and common areas as instructed by the Environmental Services ManagerResponsible for floor and carpet maintenance in the apartments, the Health Center, and common areas as assignedMoving furniture from one area to another as needed while cleaningResponsible for recyclable and trash pickup and removal in the Health Center and the apartmentsMop, buff, and strip, and wax floors as assignedArrange table and/or chairs in areas designated for scheduled events.Responsible for mopping, vacuuming and cleaning resident rooms, Health Center dining rooms, and common areas as necessaryResponsible for the clean up and decontamination of blood spills or other potentially infectious waste spills in the H/C Pavilion, apartments, or common areasResponsible for the removal of and packing for pick-up all infectious waste containersWash internal and external windows in common areas when assignedAccomplish all work in the order of priority set by the Housekeeping DirectorMaintain all equipment and supplies in proper conditionNotify supervisor of any equipment problemsResponsible for attending and participating in all drills and in-service meetings when assignedResponsible for the packing, moving, and unpacking, of all household and personal items as needed for resident relocationBreakdown, moving and set-up of all furniture/furnishings, pictures, etc.General ResponsibilitiesAdhere to the policies and procedures of the business with the highest practical standardsParticipate in and maintain current status on all training and education required by the companyCommunicate effectively with all members of the staff, residents and business partnersProvide feedback to others for continuous quality improvement of the entire organizationOpenly accept feedback from others for the continuous quality improvement of the entire organizationEscalate issues when there is appearance that business standards of quality are not presentComply with all rules and regulations of the organization, including HIPAA and safetyPerform other duties as assignedEducation and Experience: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Required:GED or equivalent work experienceAbility to interact with residents, family members, visitors and associates frequentlyBasic understanding of sanitation procedures, cleaning chemicals and safety requirementsFlexibility to work evening and/or weekend hoursPreferred:High School diplomaPrevious janitorial experienceEssential Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skillsDetail orientationAbility to manage multiple prioritiesLanguage SkillsAbility to read, write and speak English proficientlyPhysical Demands: The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hearFrequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and armsOccasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Entire building, including resident rooms and common areasExposure to chemicals, unsanitary conditions, unpleasant odors and weather conditionsThe noise level in the work environment is usually lowReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.