Janitor

EVERGREEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC•Craig, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment across residential buildings and grounds at Columbine Apartments. This part-time position involves routine cleaning, grounds upkeep, minor repairs, and assisting with unit turnover and maintenance tasks. The role is crucial in ensuring common areas and exterior spaces meet Evergreen’s standards of care and cleanliness, contributing to a positive resident experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in janitorial, custodial, or property cleaning roles.
Basic knowledge of cleaning agents, safety procedures, and janitorial equipment.
Familiarity with hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, ladders, etc.) and power tools (drills, buffers, etc.).
Ability to read work instructions, safety labels, and property notices.
Must be capable of lifting and moving heavy objects (up to 75 pounds regularly and up to 150 pounds occasionally).
Attention to Detail – Maintains cleanliness standards and completes work thoroughly and efficiently.
Reliability – Shows up on time, completes assigned duties, and communicates effectively with the team.
Physical Endurance – Performs physically demanding work across multiple areas of the property.
Customer Service – Interacts with residents and staff in a courteous, respectful manner.
Safety Awareness – Follows safety procedures and identifies hazards proactively.
Problem-Solving – Responds to maintenance concerns and cleaning issues with practical solutions.
Team Collaboration – Supports maintenance and site teams with flexibility and teamwork.
Adaptability – Adjusts to changing property needs, weather conditions, and emergency tasks with minimal disruption.

Nice To Haves

Experience with light maintenance or working with professional cleaning tools preferred.
Pool certification required for properties with a pool.
Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Clean common areas such as lobbies, restrooms, stairwells, laundry rooms, kitchens, offices, and multi-purpose spaces.
Perform deep cleaning of vacant units during turnover, including floor care and trash removal.
Remove graffiti, debris, and litter from both interior and exterior property areas.
Assist with “trash-outs” in vacated units and haul items to designated disposal areas.
Walk property daily to pick up litter, remove pet waste, and check for hazards.
Remove snow and apply salt to walkways during winter months.
Assist with seasonal landscaping tasks such as mowing, edging, trimming, weeding, and mulching (if no dedicated Groundskeeper is on-site).
Support exterior work such as fence repair, painting, or screen replacement.
Perform minor repairs such as unclogging toilets, replacing closet doors, fixing screens, or light painting.
Replace light bulbs and monitor lighting in hallways, stairwells, and exterior areas.
Respond to assigned work orders and assist maintenance team with basic repairs.
Maintain clean and safe mechanical rooms and storage areas.
Follow all company safety policies and OSHA guidelines.
Identify and report unsafe conditions immediately (e.g., broken steps, lighting outages, leaks).
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and handle chemicals according to MSDS and label instructions.
Maintain a “safety-first” approach during all work.
Distribute resident notices, flyers, newsletters, or pest control communications.
Assist with pool upkeep as directed (if applicable).
Track and store tools and cleaning supplies in a clean and organized manner.