Maintenance Custodian

2LIFE COMMUNITIES•Newton, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of the building and surrounding grounds. This role ensures a well-kept, orderly environment that supports daily operations and enhances the resident experience.

Requirements

Minimum 1-year work experience in a general labor or semi-skilled position in a multi-family or commercial property and be able to follow written and oral instructions
Knowledge of basic skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, & painting
Must be able to safely and frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds
Must have good interpersonal skills, be sensitive to and comfortable working with the elderly, and be able to communicate effectively in English, written and spoken
Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the general upkeep and cleanliness of the buildings. This includes but is not limited to mopping, vacuuming, shampooing, waxing, and buffing floors
Monitors & maintains cleanliness of exterior building and grounds.
Performs snow removal from walkways, steps, and parking lots as directed, salt and sand areas as instructed
Responsible for performing all program and special function room set-ups as scheduled
Performs basic maintenance functions under the guidance of the maintenance supervisor such as: installation of garbage disposals, patching and painting walls, changing locks, repair of maintenance equipment, monitoring and replacing light bulbs, air filters, smoke detector batteries
Monitors and handles all building compacting machines and containers as needed
Assists and performs, as assigned, routine annual apartment inspections (HUD/MHFA) as scheduled, with supervisor
Assists with turnovers in the removal of all furniture and debris, in accordance with all 2Life policies and regulations, from all vacant apartments as needed, in preparation for further apartment turnover procedures
Reports all unsafe practices observed to management to help ensure 2Life work practices are safe and in compliance with company standards
May serve as Maintenance Monitor, accompanying external contractors to tenant’s units and observing their work there