Janitor

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Responsible for performing diversified duties to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, apartment complexes and offices and to assure safe and inviting properties and facilities for clients and staff. Perform manual labor and coordinate with contractors as needed.

Position Type

Non Exempt Part Time

Essential Functions

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on properties and provide emergency / unscheduled repairs when needed
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Follow written and verbal instructions and maintain effective working relationships with managers / staff / tenants and communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Move furniture and equipment as needed
• Perform necessary janitorial duties to ensure health and safety for residents
• Manage heating and plumbing systems to guarantee functionality
• Perform general maintenance tasks including flooring, painting, and carpentry
• Help develop and implement the budget for the maintenance department
• Other duties as assigned
• Responsible for placing orders for supplies in a timely manner
• Identify opportunities and recommends methods to improve work processes and financial performance.
• Communicate to manager of any special needs and / or projects to be address
• Make ready (complete make ready including cleaning)

Competencies

Required Education and Experience

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, Inc. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.