Custodian - Five Points

Knoxville's Community Development Corporation•Knoxville, TN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian performs general janitorial and grounds-maintenance work at assigned Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) buildings and properties under the supervision of a Property Manager or Maintenance Supervisor. The role keeps 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. Duties may vary, and other responsibilities may be assigned as needed. The position generally works on Authority properties and may involve varying temperatures and weather conditions, loud noise, and a more hazardous environment than a standard office. The employee may work with contractors and Authority residents. The position pays $16.00 per hour.

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 HAZMAT regulations applicable to chemicals used on the job.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, orally and in writing, with supervisors, employees, residents, and visitors.
Ability to organize time and effort to meet assignments.
Mechanical understanding of and ability to use hand and small power tools, ladders, vacuums, floor buffers, and cleaning and polishing chemicals.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and act decisively under pressure.
Strong interpersonal and coaching skills; ability to maintain composure, handle difficult situations tactfully, and interpret questions correctly.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, vendors, and the public.
Ability to travel to and throughout Authority properties; perform movements including sitting, standing, reaching, grasping, and moving about properties; attend onsite and offsite meetings; and exchange information in person, in writing, and by telephone.
Ability to occasionally transport up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Custodial experience related to property maintenance is preferred.
Some positions may require a valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured under the Authority’s automobile insurance plan at the standard rate.

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 fixtures; and apply wax or sealers to floors as appropriate.
Clean walkways, parking lots, steps, grounds, garbage-container areas, hallways, and parking areas; prevent trash accumulation and empty common-area and office garbage containers.
Notify a supervisor about supply needs, major repairs, or additions to building operating systems.
Assist with building security by locking and unlocking 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 repairs noticed while cleaning units.
Clean appliances, including stoves and refrigerators, and disinfect toilets, sinks, and bathtubs.
Remove trash and debris from vacated housing units and pick up litter from KCDC housing grounds.
Perform other duties as assigned.