JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Porter/Groundskeeper

Department: Facilities

Supervisor: On-Site Association Manager and/or Facilities Manager

Hours: Maximum 30 hours per week

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for cleaning projects requiring advanced training and demonstrated skill. Inspects wok performed in assigned building/property(s) and submits reports to the Supervisor. Positions may be indoors to maintain the interior of the community, outdoors to maintain the exterior, or a mixture of both.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Performs a variety of cleaning/maintenance duties as assigned including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, shampooing, dusting, polishing, trash disposal, replacing light bulbs and window cleaning.

· Informs Supervisor of needed supplies.

· Maintains all cleaning solutions in accordance to OSHA requirements for hazardous chemicals.

· Removes trash from premises and assists in emergency cleaning.

· Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.

· Maintains friendly and professional attitude.

· Responsible for maintaining the appropriate level of sanitary and cleaning supplies for assigned areas.

· Inspects all assigned areas daily and reports all cleaning and maintenance discrepancies to Supervisor.

· Ensures that security procedures are adhered to at all times.

· Ensures all safety precautions are followed while performing work.

· Maintains working relationship with building staff.

· Furnishes and burnishes floors as required.

· Completes daily work orders as scheduled.

· Maintains assigned equipment in good working condition.

· As applicable, cleans restrooms: Sweeps and mops floors. Refills all dispensers such as hand towels, toilet paper & hand soap. Cleans toilets, urinals, sinks, mirrors & counters. Empties/removes trash. Reports any discrepancies or deficiencies to supervisor.

· Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.

OPERATING SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

Education/Training:

High school diploma or equivalency preferred.

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities:

1-2 previous custodial experience preferred. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required.

Special Requirements:

Ability to lift 50 – 100 lbs following appropriate safety procedures; Complete all required forms. Ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner. Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 8 ft).

Equipment/Machinery/Tools:

An associate in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools:

Hand tools - various wrenches, grips, sledgehammer, hammer, ships, post hole diggers, saws, etc.

User-Moved aids- wheelbarrows, dollies, hand-trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders.

Housekeeping items - mop, broom, vacuum cleaner, carpet cleaning equipment, buffer, step ladder.

Physical Requirements:

· Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to be on feet.

· Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to work outside

· Have constant need (66% to 100% of time) to perform the following physical activities.

· Crawl in small and tight spaces

· Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain); Walk and climb stairs

· Handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment

· Reach with hands and arms

· Ability quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions

· Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers

Vision Requirements:

· Constant need (66% to 100% of time) to observe areas needing attention/correction. Read cautionary labels, respond to written instructions from staff.

· Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) to see things clearly beyond arm’s reach. Observe and assist maintenance, observe problems throughout property.

Hearing Requirements:

· Not essential. Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) to receive instructions from residential management. Written instructions acceptable.

Speaking Requirements:

· Not essential. Frequent need (33% to 66% of time) to ask questions, order supplies. Written instructions acceptable.

Driving Requirements:

· None.

Reasoning Development:

· Apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one to four step instructions. Deal with standardized situations with occasional or no deviations from standard procedures.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER: This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.