Custodian Grounds

The Michaels Organization•Philadelphia, PA

16h

About The Position

The Custodian Grounds employee performs exterior and interior cleaning and light maintenance for residential properties and units, including cleaning units for new occupancy. The role also includes inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining lawns and property. The employee interacts professionally with residents, contractors, and the property management team while following OSHA standards and company safety procedures. The work environment may involve exposure to dust, fumes, solvents, variable lighting conditions, and noise. Evening, weekend, or holiday work may be required for emergencies, on-call duties, or scheduled shifts. The listed salary range is $14.00–$17.00 per hour; individual pay depends on work location and job-related skills, experience, education, or training.

Requirements

Custodial work experience is preferred but not required.
High school diploma is preferred.
Willingness to help and work in areas as required.
Must be personable and trustworthy and able to work well with residents and coworkers while working in a safety-conscious manner.
Ability to read, speak, and comprehend work instructions and safety notices in English.

Nice To Haves

Custodial work experience.
High school diploma.

Responsibilities

Perform custodial and grounds work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash and recycling bins, and cleaning windows in residential units being turned over and in common areas.
Perform light repairs, such as freeing windows, painting interior or exterior areas, replacing light bulbs, and addressing other minor repair issues as directed.
Assist with apartment move-in and move-out inspections and help the Maintenance Manager or Community Manager schedule annual apartment inspections.
Know the locations of water and gas meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, and sewer clean-outs, and post a map of them.
Follow OSHA standards and company safety policies and procedures at all times.
Periodically inspect buildings and common areas, pick up trash, pull weeds, perform janitorial duties, and assist with maintenance repairs as needed.
Ensure storage areas and entrances are locked and adequately lit.
Interact effectively, promptly, and professionally with residents, contractors, and the property management team regarding services provided.
Perform other duties as assigned.