Janitor/Groundskeeper

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Short Term Disability and Life Ins.

401k with Company Match

ESOP

Job summary

Atcheson Place Lofts in Columbus, Ohio, owned by Woda Cooper Companies, Inc., seeks a Janitor/Groundskeeper to maintain cleanliness, curb appeal, and safety across common areas and outdoor grounds while supporting a resident-focused environment.

You will work with property management and maintenance teams on light maintenance tasks, follow directions, and contribute to a welcoming, well-kept community. Ideal candidates are 18+, read and speak English, and can lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read and speak English and follow oral and written directions.
• Experience working with cleaning chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Interact positively with residents and the public to enhance the community image.
• Maintain an attractive community appearance and curb appeal.
• Complete grounds work such as grounds pick up, sweeping, light landscaping, including snow removal as directed.
• Maintain a clean environment by mopping, window cleaning, trash removal, carpet cleaning, bathrooms, amenities, common areas.
• Assist maintenance team members with tasks as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Following instructions

Basic maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Who We Are

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc

Atcheson Place Lofts – Columbus, OH

Who We Are

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 19 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.

Where You’ll Work

Atcheson Place Lofts is an affordable housing community located in Columbus, Ohio, offering quality apartment homes in a welcoming, resident-focused environment. As a Janitor/Groundskeeper, you'll help maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and curb appeal of the community by performing routine janitorial duties, maintaining common areas and outdoor grounds, and assisting with light maintenance tasks as needed. Working closely with the property management and maintenance teams, you'll play an important role in creating a clean, safe, and attractive environment while supporting Woda Cooper's commitment to providing quality affordable housing and exceptional service to residents.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interact positively at all times with residents and the public to enhance the community image and ensure superior resident retention.
• Create and maintain a customer-centered service culture by demonstrating proactive hospitality with prospects, residents, family members and fellow community associates.
• Maintain an attractive community appearance and overall positive curb appeal.
• Complete grounds work such as: grounds pick up, sweeping and light landscaping, including snow removal as directed.
• Maintain a clean environment by mopping, window cleaning, trash removal, carpet cleaning, bathrooms, amenities, common areas.
• Assist maintenance team members with tasks as needed.
• Maintain all equipment and supplies in proper condition.
• Comply with company expectations as demonstrated in the employee handbook.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Light knowledge of plumbing, electrical, drywall and painting is a plus.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Must be a team player and be able to work with little supervision.
• Excellent time management skills and work ethic needed.

Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read and speak English and follow oral and written directions.
• Experience working with cleaning chemicals.

Physical Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, and crawl into small spaces.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Benefits

We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• 100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 12 Days Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!
• Fitness Reimbursement

Employment is contingent on education verification, references, background check, and drug screening.