Custodian - Western Heights

Knoxville's Community Development Corporation•Knoxville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian performs general janitorial work to maintain assigned Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) buildings and grounds under the supervision of a Property Manager or Maintenance Supervisor. The role helps keep common areas clean and free of debris to reduce risks to residents, visitors, and staff, and supports KCDC’s mission, strategic goals, and objectives. This is a non-supervisory position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least one year of custodial experience, preferably related to property maintenance; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of obligations, functions, programs, and services of KCDC in relation to staff, residents, and the community.
Knowledge of HAZMAT regulations applicable to chemicals used on the job.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and verbally with supervisors, employees, residents, and visitors, and to communicate in English orally and in writing.
Ability to organize time and effort to meet assignments.
Mechanical understanding and ability to use hand and small power tools, a ladder, vacuum, floor buffer, and cleaning and polishing chemicals.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and act decisively under pressure.
Strong interpersonal and coaching skills; ability to maintain composure and tactfully handle difficult situations and interpret questions correctly.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, vendors, and the general public.
Ability to travel to and throughout Authority properties and perform the listed physical activities; occasionally transport up to 50 pounds.
Some positions may require a valid driver's license and eligibility for coverage under the Authority's automobile insurance plan at the standard rate.

Nice To Haves

Custodial experience related to property maintenance.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain KCDC lobbies, community halls, offices, and restrooms.
Perform general cleaning of leased units as assigned.
Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors using cleaning solutions, tools, and equipment.
Clean or polish walls, ceilings, windows, and building fixtures; apply wax or sealers to wood, concrete, and tiled floors as appropriate.
Clean walkways, parking lots, and steps daily.
Dust furniture, walls, and other equipment.
Keep grounds, garbage container areas, hallways, and parking areas neat and orderly; prevent trash accumulation and empty common-area and assigned-office garbage containers.
Notify a supervisor about requests for materials or supplies, major repairs, or additions to building operating systems.
Assist with building security by locking and unlocking access to Authority buildings.
Assist with office-equipment moves and meeting setup as needed.
Wash walls, windows, and woodwork with chemical cleaning solutions; prepare housing units for painting as needed; and report necessary repairs noticed while cleaning units.
Clean stoves, refrigerators, and other appliances as needed; clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, and bathtubs.
Remove trash and debris from vacated housing units and pick up litter from KCDC housing-facility grounds.
Perform other duties as assigned.