Custodian Job at FirstService Residential in Kansas City

The Company:

As the leading residential property management company in North America, we work hard to help communities thrive. Our dedication, responsiveness and integrity are why thousands of communities across the U.S. and Canada choose FirstService Residential to manage their properties.

Job Overview:

FirstService Residential has openings for our cleaning pros and custodial staff who want to work on the property, making a difference in the high-end communities we manage. Candidates will be responsible for upkeep and clean up around the property, helping maintain indoor and outdoor grounds, amenities, and communal areas. Join FirstService today and experience exceptional service firsthand.

This position is Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Your Responsibilities:

The job duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by positions in this job classification. Not all duties assigned to every position are included, nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every duty.

• Accountability for servicing residents with a focus on the values of FirstService Residential: Do What's Right, Own It, Improve It, Aim High, Build Great Relationships, and Be Genuinely Helpful.
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance to required shifts, meetings, trainings and related employment engagements to support position responsibilities and duties. Any alterations to required schedule must be reviewed and approved, in advance by your supervisor.

Functions and Responsibilities of Weekend Custodian:

• 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 to OSHA requirements for hazardous chemicals.
• Removes trash from premises and assists in emergency cleaning.
• Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.
• Maintains 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 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.
• Furnishes and burnishes floors as required.
• Completes daily work orders as scheduled.
• Responsible for maintaining the appropriate level of sanitary and cleaning supplies for assigned areas.
• Maintains assigned equipment in good working condition.
• 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.
• Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Practice and adhere to FirstService Residential Global Service Standards.
• Conduct business at all times with the highest standards of personal, professional and ethical conduct.
• Perform or assist with any operations as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules. Notify supervisor of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional material and supplies.
• May participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing the work.
• Follow all policies and Standard Operating Procedures as instructed by Management.
• Perform any range of special projects, tasks and other related duties as assigned.
• Must work full-scheduled shift and be full present and engaged at work.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required
• Previous custodial experience preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required.

Physical Requirements:

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.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures.
• Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time;
• Crawl in small and tight spaces; Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain);
• Walk and climb stairs; Handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment;
• Reach with hands and arms;
• Ability quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions;
• Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers;
• Complete all required forms.
• Ability to respond to emergencies on a timely manner.
• Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 3 ft).

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.

Compensation: $16.00 per hour

Disclaimer:

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.