Maintenance Custodian Job at 2LIFE COMMUNITIES in Auburndale

BACKGROUND

2Life Communities provides superior housing to older adults of all backgrounds who can thrive independently within a supportive environment. We are a mission-driven organization with a vision whereby all older adults have the opportunity to age in community – to live a full life of connection and purpose in a dynamic and supportive environment. We are continually evolving support services to meet the needs of our diverse residents as they age. We offer case management, service coordination, and a wide array of wellness, cultural, and other activities. We partner with health care providers to identify innovative ways to support residents’ health and well-being, and we engage with the broader community through our Village Center program.

2Life owns and operates over 1,300 units of affordable rental housing located within six campuses in metropolitan Boston. With another 210 apartments under construction and more in planning, we expect to add another 600-700 units within the next several years as we complete projects in active planning and construction phases. We continue to pursue other development opportunities. We anticipate continued growth in the size of our portfolio, the geography in which we operate, and the diversity of our residents in terms of race, ethnicity, income levels, and need for supportive services.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Maintenance Custodian position has primary responsibility for maintaining the order, cleanliness, and upkeep of the buildings and grounds. This includes all floor care, rubbish disposal & removal, snow removal, and other heavy cleaning duties. In addition, this position performs basic maintenance functions under the guidance of a supervisor. This may include replacing light bulbs, air filters, and smoke detector batteries, changing HVAC filters, caulking, painting, and other duties.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for the general upkeep and cleanliness of the buildings. This includes but is not limited to mopping, vacuuming, shampooing, waxing, and buffing floors and other surfaces as needed in all common areas, rubbish disposal and removal, and other cleaning duties as assigned
• Monitors & maintains cleanliness of exterior building and grounds. Removes any rubbish promptly and notify management of any maintenance issues requiring attention. Performs snow removal from walkways, steps, and parking lots as directed, salt and sand areas as instructed
• Responsible for performing all program and special function room set-ups as scheduled, which may include set-up and operation of mechanical and audio/video equipment as the program requires
• Responsible for maintenance and security of all 2Life custodial equipment as well as for the security, maintenance and placement of all stereo, audio, and projection equipment for use in 2Life functions as assigned
• Performs basic maintenance functions under the guidance of the maintenance supervisor such as: installation of garbage disposals, patching and painting walls, changing locks, repair of maintenance equipment, monitoring and replacing light bulbs, air filters, smoke detector batteries, and other maintenance duties as assigned
• Monitors and handles all building compacting machines and containers as needed
• Monitors custodial supplies and fills out requisitions for replacements as needed. Maintains custodial inventory room in neat and orderly manner and ensures it is secure at all times.
• Responds to fire and medical emergencies as needed
• Responds to work orders and radio calls as assigned or dispatched
• Assists and performs, as assigned, routine annual apartment inspections (HUD/MHFA) as scheduled, with supervisor
• Assists with turnovers in the removal of all furniture and debris, in accordance with all 2Life policies and regulations, from all vacant apartments as needed, in preparation for further apartment turnover procedures

• Reports all unsafe practices observed to management to help ensure 2Life work practices are safe and in compliance with company standards
• Distributes flyers and notices to tenants

• May serve as Maintenance Monitor, accompanying external contractors to tenant’s units and observing their work there
• Other duties as assigned

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Minimum 1-year work experience in a general labor or semi-skilled position in a multi-family or commercial property and be able to follow written and oral instructions
• Must be reliable and punctual
• Knowledge of basic skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, & painting
• Must be able to safely and frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Must have good interpersonal skills, be sensitive to and comfortable working with the elderly, and be able to communicate effectively in English, written and spoken
• Must be able to take direction and then perform work accurately and independently, with high attention to detail
• Must take the initiative to complete work thoroughly, in a timely manner and ask questions for clarification when needed
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license
• Basic computer skills preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, climb, etc. Must have full use of arms, hands and finger dexterity to reach, lift, pull, push and feel.

2Life Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to inclusive excellence and strive to create the finest affordable housing in the world through the collaboration of diverse, talented individuals. We encourage women, people of color, and applicants from the LGBTQIA+ community to apply.

Qualified candidates should forward a cover letter and resume to hr_jobs@2lifecommunities.org. For further information about 2Life Communities, see our website at www.2lifecommunities.org.