Cleaning Services

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians•Dowagiac, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Commitment to Citizen Service Service encompasses all aspects of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian’s governmental operations. Every employee shares the responsibility to provide exemplary service, dignity, and respect to all Tribal Citizens, the Tribal Council, and staff members. To this end, all employees have an obligation to identify and report any service problems, issues, or concerns and through designated channels, initiate, recommend, and actively participate in solutions. Position Summary: Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition. Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish.

Requirements

Experience in janitorial or housekeeping required.
Must have a valid driver’s license and meet insurance requirements to utilize Pokagon Band vehicles.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Strong sense of service required.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance activities of all Tribal facilities including rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, bathhouses, cabins, furniture, rugs/carpet, window coverings, counter tops, etc.
Service, clean, and replenish bathroom supplies including sharps container supplies.
Gather and empty trash in waste disposal areas and dispose of waste from sharps container program to an approved red bag and medical waste treatment location.
Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors. Follow procedures for the use power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Dump, change water, and sterilize portables sinks in Health Services Department.
Clean glass partitions, and mirrors.
Clean Elders Housing and other tribal properties before and after resident moves.
Assist with set up of tables and facilities for miscellaneous Department meetings and the set-up of the Community Services building for events and meetings.
Maintain a safe workplace; monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
Perform minor equipment repairs and plumbing repairs and/or notify Lead Facilities Housekeeper concerning the need for repairs.
Work collaboratively with Department teams (both in the Housing and Facilities Department and other Departments) to ensure services are provided and the highest levels of service are maintained.
Assist with air conditioner loan program by delivering units to users.
Assist with inventory and requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
Attend various Tribal events to maintain facilities during events.
Perform other related functions as assigned.