Punch Technician - Join Us at Our Job Fair!

Affiliated Resources Group•Decatur, GA

About The Position

The Punch Technician performs assigned unskilled manual labor and semi-skilled janitorial and grounds services for HDC properties. Work includes cleaning office buildings, common areas, and vacant units for turnover or make-ready, along with property upkeep and assigned preventive maintenance. The role is expected to provide exceptional service to residents, follow HDC policies and safety procedures, and maintain a professional attitude and an orderly work area. Emergency and after-hours work may be required. Additional tasks may include pest treatment, moving materials or furnishings, supporting curb-appeal activities, road maintenance, graffiti removal, and painting.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED is desirable; one year of experience in groundskeeping, maintenance, and/or janitorial work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Good knowledge of techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial activities and groundskeeping.
Ability to understand and follow simple instructions and oral directions.
Skill in using building and grounds maintenance tools and equipment, such as a lawn mower, edger, buffer, and vacuum cleaner.
Ability to perform moderately strenuous physical activity.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and residents.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Must be insurable by HDC’s fleet insurance carrier.
Ability to be covered under HDC’s fidelity bond.

Responsibilities

Clean office buildings, bathrooms, hallways, community rooms, laundry facilities, kitchens, and vacant units according to property standards.
Sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors; clean rugs and carpeted floors using appropriate equipment.
Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and fixtures, using ladders as needed.
Maintain restrooms in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition; clean and disinfect fixtures and replenish paper, towels, and soap.
Disconnect and clean appliances.
Empty waste baskets, trash containers, and smoking receptacles, and dispose of refuse appropriately.
Dust, clean, and polish furniture, desks, and light fixtures.
Clear walks, entryways, and other assigned areas of mud, dirt, ice, snow, and debris; pick up litter and maintain parking areas and other grounds.
Operate and maintain watering systems and water grass and plants.
Maintain landscaped areas by cultivating, mulching, planting, trimming, pruning, weeding, mowing, edging, laying sod, and fertilizing as appropriate.
Trim or remove trees and bushes that are safety hazards.
Assist with assigned preventive maintenance, including checking smoke detectors and emergency lights, replacing bulbs, cutting off water to sill cocks, cleaning dryer vents and gutters, changing furnace or air-conditioner filters, and adjusting exterior light timers.
Report unusual circumstances and supply needs to the supervisor.
Keep HDC-owned materials, equipment, supplies, and the work area neat and orderly; clean and store equipment and supplies appropriately after use.
Perform emergency and after-hours work as necessary or required, in accordance with HDC policies and procedures.
Follow established safety procedures and standards, maintain a professional image and attitude, and safeguard HDC materials, supplies, resources, and assets.
Perform other duties as required, including work in other functional areas to cover absences, support peak periods, or balance workload.
May spray or treat for insect and rodent control.
May assist with transporting, loading, and unloading cabinets, counters, appliances, furniture, supplies, and materials.
May assist management or leasing staff with curb-appeal activities, including detailing model units and placing balloons, banners, or A-boards.
May assist with general road maintenance, including clearing drainage areas, spreading road-surface material, filling potholes, repairing fences, removing obstacles, and placing signs as directed.
May assist with graffiti removal, repainting, or painting fire lanes and parking dividers.