Helper A Janitor

WatertonChicago, IL
Onsite

About The Position

The Helper A Janitor will help maintain the physical condition of community and equipment according to company guidelines and standards, and protecting the community and equipment from damage, loss and deterioration. This position conducts preventative maintenance, performs janitorial duties, landscaping and service requests.

Requirements

  • A minimum of two (2) years of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, drywall repairs, carpentry, and/or pool/spa maintenance experience.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • EPA-CFC Certification.
  • An EPA-LBP certification is required for any property older than 1978.
  • Demonstrate tact and empathy when dealing with Resident concerns, and work to resolve them quickly, never losing sight of the criticality of customer service.

Nice To Haves

  • Great communicator.
  • Easily manage relationships and build rapport with others.
  • Pro at motivating others.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure service requests are completed professionally and accurately within twenty-four (24) hours, which may include scheduling an appropriate vendor if necessary.
  • Ensure that all service requests are signed off and report any variance from our 24-hour commitment where appropriate.
  • Update, execute and document preventive maintenance schedule on a regular basis and advise your manager of outstanding items.
  • Perform regular property inspections to ensure compliance with established standards regarding the grounds, risk management, safety, cleanliness and general appearance, including cleanliness and landscaping management.
  • Work to establish and maintain good relations with residents, prospective residents, all customers, vendors and co-workers.
  • Use communication skills to interact in a courteous and professional manner at all times.
  • Ensure apartments are ready for occupancy by overseeing and scheduling all facets of the make-ready process in accordance with leasing needs and as outlined in the Waterton Residential Standards of Performance.
  • Maintain life safety equipment including but not limited to fire pumps, sprinklers, emergency generators, fire panels, smoke detectors, CO detectors, etc., including testing equipment as required.
  • Ensure there is a safe, clean and organized work environment (i.e. shop, pool maintenance room, storage areas).
  • Utilize all reasonable safety measures and precautions.
  • Be an excellent teammate who helps deliver departmental and organizational goals.

Benefits

  • Healthcare, retirement and other related benefits are provided through partnership with the Union.
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