Janitorial Staff

FirstService Residential; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 28,929 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

A property management company in New Jersey is looking for a full-time custodian to handle cleaning and maintenance projects. Responsibilities include floor maintenance, trash removal, and ensuring sanitary conditions. Candidates should have previous custodial experience and a high school diploma. Full benefits available, including medical plans, dental, and a 401k. Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $22.00 per hour. This position requires effective communication and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning projects requiring advanced training.
• Maintains all cleaning solutions in accordance with OSHA requirements.
• Inspects all assigned areas daily and reports discrepancies.

Skills

Previous custodial experience

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Strong customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to develop good working relationships

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Job Overview

Full‑time custodian role is responsible for cleaning projects requiring advanced training and demonstrated skill. Inspects work performed in assigned building/property(s) and submits reports to the Manager/Supervisor. Positions may be indoors to maintain the interior of the community, outdoors to maintain the exterior, or a mixture of both.

Hours

Monday–Friday 4:00 pm – 12:00 am

Your Responsibilities

• Ability to strip and wax floors and extract carpets as needed.
• Performs a variety of cleaning/maintenance duties as assigned including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, shampooing, dusting, polishing, trash disposal, replacing light bulbs and window cleaning.
• Informs Supervisor of needed supplies.
• Maintains all cleaning solutions in accordance with OSHA requirements for hazardous chemicals.
• Removes trash from premises and assists in emergency cleaning.
• Responsible for setting up and breaking down tables/chairs for special events, club meetings, and other activities occurring in the clubhouse and outdoors.
• Maintains a friendly and professional attitude.
• Responsible for maintaining the appropriate level of sanitary and cleaning supplies for assigned areas.
• Inspects all assigned areas daily and reports all cleaning and maintenance discrepancies to the Supervisor.
• Ensures that security procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Ensures all safety precautions are followed while performing work.
• Maintains working relationship with building staff.
• Responsible for completing special cleaning projects on a weekly, monthly or yearly basis as directed by supervisor.
• Maintains room inspection log sheets and monthly work log sheets to track completed assignments.
• Maintains assigned equipment in good working condition.
• Must keep all work areas neat, clean and organized.
• As applicable, cleans restrooms: sweeps and mops floors; refills all dispensers such as hand towels, toilet paper & hand soap; cleans toilets, urinals, sinks, mirrors & counters; empties/removes trash; reports any discrepancies or deficiencies to supervisor.

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous custodial experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skill in developing and maintaining good working relationships.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 50 lbs. or more following appropriate safety procedures. This movement can occur throughout the day.
• Must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to communicate both on the phone and in person with our clients in order to resolve issues and manage the business.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.
• Must be mobile enough to move around both the office to make copies, send mail and faxes and to walk around the property. This could include lengthy walks on uneven areas.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other associates.
• Capable of working extended hours, to include evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.
• This position may alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting, to an outdoors setting with variable climate and lighting.
• Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills.
• Must be able to work on more than one assignment at a time with frequent interruptions, changes and delays. Must be able to remain focused and work effectively, efficiently, and cheerfully under such circumstances. For safety reasons, employee must remain alert to working conditions and aware of safety, health, and environmental concerns.
• Must be able to work effectively and cheerfully in an environment which may be stressful due to adversarial situations resulting from the proper performance of duties.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hours over and above normal office hours will occur, including evenings, holidays, and some weekends. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.

What We Offer

As a full‑time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, and others. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.

Compensation

$21.00 – $22.00/hour

Disclaimer Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all‑inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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Alternative Selection Process or Reasonable Accommodations

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