Cleaner

Description:

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Cleaner to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in various settings, ensuring that all areas are spotless and welcoming. This position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team

General Cleaning Department Role - keep all apartments/facilities in a clean and sanitary condition. Go above the expectation of our residents to provide a product that both our company and our staff can be proud off**.**

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Carry out heavy cleaning tasks and special projects to include sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting and general scrubbing.
• Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs
• Follow all health and safety regulations.
• Shut down gossip, drama, and rumors as soon as you are aware of them, report them to your direct supervisor.
• Cleaning Apartments. Occasionally cleaning laundry rooms, breezeways, concrete, siding, walls, stairwells, offices, general areas, and any other portion of the property assigned by your supervisor.
• Knowledge of cleaning supplies as well as cleaning chemicals, proper storage, and disposal methods.
• Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions, labels, etc.
• Ability to walk, bend, push, pull and lift repetitively during work hours.
• Self-motivation and ability to identify and complete needed tasks without direct supervision.
• Perform cleaning duties in designated areas, deep cleaning of apartment turns, that include restrooms, kitchens, Windows and common areas.
• Dust, sweep, mop, and vacuum floors to maintain cleanliness.
• Deep clean and sanitize surfaces, including countertops, and equipment.
• Empty trash receptacles and dispose of waste properly.
• Request cleaning products as needed to supervisor.
• Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to direct supervisor promptly.
• Follow all health and safety regulations while performing cleaning tasks.
• Must be proficient in working independently and as a team.
• Integrity and reliability.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must complete the Fair housing training with supervisor approval before you may begin working
• Remember there is no place for gossip, personal issues, tardiness, lies, or hate – come in, do your job to the best of your ability, be friendly, and be part of the team
• Report any of the above items immediately to your direct supervisor, if needed

Requirements:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a cleaning or janitorial role is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with cleaning products and equipment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions effectively.
• Good time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team environment. Join us in creating clean and inviting spaces for our residents!

COMMUNICATION SKILLS (reading, writing, typing etc.)

• Must be able to read, write and communicate well.

Ability to read and understand directions is a must. Must be familiar with preparation and implementation of cleaning agents while using common sense.

REASONING ABILITIES - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Must be detail oriented and able to prioritize well. Must be able to solve problems quickly and effectively

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. Job requires ability to operate daily general equipment (i.e., buckets, mops, brooms, etc.). Must hold a valid Washington State driver license and own a vehicle. Must have capacity/ability to travel from property to property as required.

• Requires walking through buildings, exterior and interior grounds, breezeways, and up and down multiple flights of stairs.
• There is a repetitive motion of wrists, hands, and fingers to operate equipment.
• Will involve expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. These activities in which workers must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately and quickly.
• Position will spend 60 percent of time in a cleaning environment.
• May be exposed frequently to temperature extremes on a seasonal basis.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.