Helper A Janitor

Waterton Search•Chicago, IL

16h

About The Position

Waterton is seeking a Helper A Janitor to help maintain the physical condition of the community and its equipment according to company guidelines and standards, and to protect them from damage, loss, and deterioration. The position conducts preventive maintenance, performs janitorial duties and landscaping, and responds to service requests. This is a union position. Base union pay is $27.23; healthcare, retirement, and other related benefits are provided through partnership with the Union.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in plumbing, electrical, mechanical work, drywall repairs, carpentry, and/or pool or spa maintenance.
High school diploma or equivalent.
EPA-CFC Certification.
EPA-LBP certification for properties built before 1978.
Ability to communicate effectively, manage relationships, and build rapport.
Tact and empathy when addressing resident concerns, with a focus on resolving them promptly and providing strong customer service.

Responsibilities

Complete service requests professionally and accurately within 24 hours, arranging an appropriate vendor when necessary; ensure requests are signed off and report any variance from the 24-hour commitment.
Update, execute, and document the preventive maintenance schedule regularly, and advise the manager of outstanding items.
Conduct property inspections to ensure established standards for grounds, risk management, safety, cleanliness, general appearance, and landscaping are met.
Build and maintain good relations with residents, prospective residents, customers, vendors, and coworkers, communicating courteously and professionally.
Coordinate and schedule apartment make-ready work to meet leasing needs and Waterton Residential Standards of Performance, including move-out and move-in inspections, repairs, cleaning, and maintenance.
Maintain life-safety equipment, including fire pumps, sprinklers, emergency generators, fire panels, smoke detectors, and CO detectors, and test equipment as required.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, including the shop, pool maintenance room, and storage areas, and use reasonable safety precautions.
Contribute as a teammate to departmental and organizational goals.