Janitor

Cascade Management•Portland, OR

80d•Onsite

About The Position

Cascade Management, Inc. is seeking a Janitor for Louisa Flowers Apartments in Portland, OR. This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. The Janitor is responsible for keeping buildings in a clean and orderly condition, performing heavy cleaning duties such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. The company has been providing property and asset management services since 1974 and emphasizes a Service Model of Friendly, Helpful, Knowledgeable, Respectful, and Responsive.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to problem solve, and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exist.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled hours.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
Lock and unlock doors; turn off lights in common areas.
Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
Gather and empty trash.
Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming.
Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled hours.
Travel as required for in person classes and annual education conferences.
Perform other duties as assigned.