Part-Time Janitor - Steven's Place

DESC•Seattle, WA

40d

About The Position

Shift & Schedule: Day Shift (10am - 3:15pm) on Friday, Saturday, Sunday Days Off: Monday - Thursday Hours: 15 Hours Per Week Benefits: Sick and Safe Time Union Representation: This position is a part of a union and is represented by SEIU Healthcare 1199NW. About DESC: DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit organization working to help people with the complex needs of homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness achieve their highest potential for health and well-being through comprehensive services, treatment, and housing. Our vision is a community where no person is abandoned, ignored, or experiencing homelessness. As the region's leading provider of services to multiply disabled adults who have experienced chronic homelessness, DESC serves almost 3,000 people each day. Our integrated service model is designed to help people secure and maintain appropriate, safe and affordable housing. DESC is recognized nationally and regionally as an innovator in developing solutions to homelessness. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Steven's Place will be a new DESC housing site that will include 109 units of affordable housing in Seattle's Interbay neighborhood, including 5 dedicated respite rooms. This vital project will provide stable, supportive housing and 24/7 on-site services for single adults living with disabilities and experiencing chronic homelessness. The community will also feature welcoming indoor and outdoor common spaces. JOB DEFINITION: The Janitor performs a variety of cleaning and minor repair tasks in assigned DESC facilities to keep the properties looking good and functioning well.

Requirements

Two years of janitorial/maintenance experience, preferred.
Ability to organize workload and complete duties with minimum direct supervision.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with people from various backgrounds.
Ability to handle a wide range of unpleasant and/or bizarre behavior from clients.
Commitment to the philosophy of cooperation and continuity across programs and of consideration and respect for clients.

Responsibilities

Perform necessary janitorial and maintenance tasks in all areas of assigned facilities, including, but not limited to, individual apartments, hallways, common areas, offices, storage and trash rooms, equipment rooms, stairways, elevators, kitchens, laundry rooms, lounges, bathrooms, showers, alleys, sidewalks, roofs, and decks or patios.
Monitor facilities and equipment for damage and provide upkeep and repair as needed.
Perform routine cleaning assignments by following a regular cleaning schedule.
Complete other cleaning duties, including unit turnovers, as assigned.
Communicate repair or extensive cleaning needs to supervisor before starting work, seeking assistance to complete maintenance work not within personal skill level.
Do not enter occupied apartments without prior approval from supervisor.
Work at ground level or from ladders. Carry and lift heavy materials, containers, ladders, tools, and other equipment to and around work sites.
Report building or apartment repairs needed during work to supervisor for electrical systems (switches, outlets, breakers, fixtures, and minor wiring), general carpentry (woodwork, door maintenance, floor repair, wallboard and plaster work, painting, and lock systems repair), and plumbing.
Respond to emergencies, initiating emergency maintenance actions, cleaning up debris, water, etc., and contacting supervisors.
Safeguard building and unit keys, never giving anyone access to occupied tenant units.
Read and record in maintenance logs or other record-keeping systems to receive assignments and communicate progress.
Participate in staff meetings and trainings, as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.