Porter & Event Set up - 1st shift

JOB TITLE: Porter – Independent Living

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Director

POSITION TYPE: Full time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm.

Will be scheduled based on the operational need (rotate shift, standby, on-call)

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing the heavier tasks associated with daily cleaning in the Independent Living facilities and setup/reset tables & chairs for campus events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Provide heavy cleaning which includes scrubbing, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, floor shampooing, stripping & waxing, spill removal, removing trash to outside containers, and moving furniture, etc. in common areas as scheduled.
2. Perform setup and reset of public meeting areas for scheduled events/gatherings as needed.
3. Maintain care and use of supplies and equipment; make regular inspections of building areas.
4. As required, provide services in adjacent hallways/corridors.
5. Report all unusual conditions, behaviors, and/or resident concerns to the appropriate Management/Supervisory staff in a timely manner.
6. Respond and react in a kind, polite, and professional manner with residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.
7. May be required to work independently or assist others in the cleaning of other facilities or residences of the organization.
8. May be required to perform other duties in keeping with the nature of this position which will not significantly alter the job requirements.
9. Must adhere to all facility and departmental Fire, Disaster, Threat, and Emergency procedures.
10. Adheres to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures in the performance of position responsibilities.
11. Must attend organizational and/or departmental training sessions and/or in-services as scheduled.
12. Demonstrate interest and commitment to work with a diverse senior population.
13. Maintain and facilitate a caring, compassionate and understanding relationship with residents by answering all questions and concerns.
14. Dress professionally an in accordance with the company’s dress code.
15. Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant it using good judgement and ethical conduct.
16. Able to perform job duties and work independently with frequent interruptions.
17. Able to read, write and speak English in a cogent and professional manner.
18. Able to organize, prioritize, and manage time, multiple tasks and projects.
19. Capable of concentrating with large volumes of work and handle pressure.
20. Possess the ability to maintain reliable on-site attendance.
21. Able to work mandatory work days and mandatory OT as needed.
22. Able to meet the physical demands and working environment of the position.
23. Able to follow procedures.

Education and/or Experience:

• One or more years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or patient care setting preferred
• Associate Degree Preferred; High School Diploma required