Facilities and Janitorial Lead

Description

Whisker is the maker of Litter-Robot, Feeder-Robot, and Litterbox.com. At Whisker, we believe pet parenthood can always get better.

As leading innovators in pet tech and refined pet accessories, we work tirelessly to solve problems and deliver smarter insights for pet parents while enriching the lives of pets. Whether it’s a self-cleaning litter box that automates scooping, an automatic feeder that helps pets develop healthier eating habits, or a modern cat tree that delights both humans and felines, we strive to deliver better solutions for consumers while transforming pet care along the way. To us, having a pet is the best thing ever. At Whisker, life together just keeps getting better.

Whisker is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan and Juneau, Wisconsin with 700 passionate team members.

What You’ll Do:

The Facilities and Janitorial Lead will manage our workplace's cleanliness, functionality, and organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Facility Operations & Maintenance:

• Conducts daily cleaning and maintenance tasks, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, sanitizing surfaces, and waste management
• Ensures restrooms, bathrooms, public spaces, common areas, and office spaces are clean, stocked, and in good condition
• Manages minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, unclogging sinks, and troubleshooting minor facility issues
• Monitors and reports larger maintenance needs to the VP of HR
• Develops and implements facility maintenance schedules and operational procedures
• Sets up and cleans meeting rooms, break areas, and event spaces as needed

Vendor and Contract Management:

• Coordinates and oversees scheduled maintenance, repairs, and vendor performance
• Evaluates vendor effectiveness and ensures cost-efficiency while maintaining service quality
• May assist with the identifying of vendors, contract negotiations, and service agreements for third-party service providers, such as janitorial, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance contractors

Office Supply and Inventory Management:

• Coordinates with internal teams to ensure supply needs are met and stocked appropriately
• Orders and replenishes office supplies, cleaning products, and maintenance materials
• Keeps supply areas organized and tracks inventory levels to prevent shortages

Will perform additional responsibilities when required 

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• 3 years of experience in facility management or a related field
• Demonstrated experience overseeing facility operations, vendor negotiations, and maintenance planning
• Knowledge of general facility maintenance needs, building equipment maintenance, and maintenance planning/schedules
• Experience managing work orders and proficiency in computer systems
• Self-motivated and proactive attitude with excellent attention to detail and a high sense of urgency and responsibility
• Availability for after-hours emergencies or urgent facility matters as needed
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A high degree of initiative and self-motivation
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize competing demands
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with team members and colleagues
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in facility operations
• Ability to maintain and oversee compliance standards for workplace safety and building codes
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information
• Comfortable with office pets (cats, dogs)

Not required but nice to have: 

• Experience with managing special projects, including office renovations or process improvements

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here represent those that a Team Member must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The Team Member is frequently required to use their hands to handle or feel. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member must lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Benefits & Purrks:

Join a tenacious, inventive company that empowers team members to chart their own path, lead by grounding decisions in the “why”, and has a strong sense of empathy and openness to new perspectives. Be a part of exciting growth, work with incredible people, and create tomorrow’s pet products—plus a whole lot of extras. You will also be provided with:

• Premium Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Whisker Parents Program
• 1 day "pawternity" leave for new pet adoption
• Pet Insurance Discount
• 401K match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Top of the line equipment
• Pet-friendly office
• Whisker products and swag
• Continuing education Support
• On-site gym with Peloton
• Referral program

Statement of Inclusivity:

We believe different perspectives make Whisker better and strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.

Please ensure to regularly check your email spam folder for any communication from Whisker to avoid missing important updates regarding your application status.

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