Periodics Worker

Garten Services; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Garten Services in Salem, OR, seeks a full-time Periodics Worker to perform custodial periodics such as floor care and window cleaning, ensuring all work meets contract standards and safety guidelines.

The role includes providing site coverage when supervisors are absent, coordinating services, and handling special requests while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction and quality work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–12 months experience/training in custodial equipment operation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.
• Able to push/pull/lift/carry up to 150 pounds regularly.
• Shift work and working alone may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodics services (floor care, windows, etc.) in accordance with division standards.
• Provide site coverage in the absence of supervisors and/or employees within Custodial Services.
• Coordinate periodics services to meet contract specifications.
• Provide service for additional/special requests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer satisfaction

English proficiency

Contract knowledge

Chemical handling

Equipment operation

Criminal history background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Buffer

Extractor

Custodial equipment

Job description

GARTEN SERVICES, INC.Perks Include:• FREE Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance• FREE Dental Insurance• FREE Vision Insurance• FREE Life Insurance• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Garten Retirement Plan• Paid time off• Paid holidays and one paid floating holidayPeriodics Worker- Full timeGeneral Position Summary:Provide quality periodics service according to custodial contracts within the division along with providing relief for other personnel within the division when required. Performs all work in a safe manner and meets Garten quality standards.Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:Perform periodics services (floor care, windows, etc.) in a manner that meets division standards and maintains customer satisfaction.Provide site coverage in the absence of supervisors and/or employees within Custodial Services.Secondary Functions:Provide service for additional/special requests.Coordinates periodics services to meet the contract specifications.Perform other related duties as assigned.Job Scope:Performs duties independently with minimal supervision, operates from established practices procedures while contributing to the development of new concepts. Decisions are made within general company policy constraints but may occasionally require independent decision making.This position may be asked to provide input concerning long-range operational planning for the organization.Mistakes/errors can result in rework, thus possibly damaging customer relations or losing a contract.Interpersonal Contacts:Has both internal and external contacts. The most common internal contacts are with own department staff and supervisor. The most frequent external contacts are with customers. The types of interactions, for both internal and external contacts, involve problem solving, information exchange, and negotiation.Both internal and external contacts are usually made at the employee's own initiative with 10% of the contacts being over the phone and 90% face to face. All contacts are with internal or external customers. Contacts may occasionally contain some discussion about confidential/sensitive matters.Specific Job Skills Required:High degree of attention to detail and customer satisfaction.Proficient knowledge of contracts and quality control essential.Proficient knowledge of chemical interactions as well as stripping and waxing.Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.Ability to train others, make decisions and use independent judgment.Ability to actively participate in team development and team-oriented processes.Ability to use computer hardware/software.Must pass a criminal history background check.Excellent hand-eye coordination.Ability to bend, twist, stoop, reach overhead, climb stairs, stand, grasp, handleobjects, make repetitive motions with hand/wrists/shoulders and operate custodial equipment.Ability to push/pull/lift/carry up to 150 pounds regularly throughout a normal workday.Proficient knowledge of all custodial equipment, including but not limited to buffer, extractors, etc.Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and proof of current vehicle insurance id preferred.Education and/or Experience:A minimum of 6-12 months experience/training in custodial equipment operation, and usingcustodial chemicals and supplies.A high school education or equivalent.Job Conditions:This position requires the incumbent to work in an environment where there may be building temperature fluctuations, fumes, noise, odors, dust, dirt, poor ventilation, chemicals. Other working conditions also include: Working alone; shift work; operation of custodial equipment; disagreeable contacts and frequent interruptions. May be required to attend meetings outside of regular shift.