Float Janitor

SALARY 

LOCATION

Greater Seattle, WA (In-Person)

FIND OUT ABOUT THIS ROLE AND OUR MISSION TO CREATE POSITIVE CHANGE

This is a unionized position, represented by Local 8 of the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

The Float Janitor supports Plymouth residents by working to maintain a safe, clean, living environment all buildings and serves in responsibility for all major janitorial duties. Specific tasks related to this position (but are not limited to) include a variety of cleaning tasks i.e., common baths, showers, toilets, maintaining clean hallways, stairs, common areas, this includes vacuuming and shampooing carpets, preparing vacant units for incoming tenants, and maintaining the lobby i.e., cleaning and waxing floors, cleaning windows, taking out the trash, and changing out light bulbs in common areas. The Janitor Float position work is generally flexible with movement throughout the portfolio and can be reassigned on a short- or long-term basis and or shared between properties, based on business/service needs.

Plymouth Housing is a nonprofit organization that develops and operates permanent supportive housing for single adults who have experienced chronic homelessness. With apartment buildings throughout King County, Plymouth is helping the most vulnerable members of our community leave homelessness behind forever. At Plymouth, we’re not simply trying to get people off the streets. We provide supportive services like case management and health care so that our residents can thrive long-term. As part of our strategic vision, we are building internal behavioral health services and transforming our systems to address rapid growth and the changing needs of residents.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO BE DOING IN THIS ROLE AT PLYMOUTH HOUSING

• Performs necessary routine janitorial and maintenance tasks to maintain order and a safe, sanitary living and work environment including, but not limited to individual units, offices, outside exterior of all buildings, common areas, bathrooms, showers, kitchens, laundry rooms.
• Performs routine cleaning assignments in common areas including, but is not limited to vacuuming, shampooing carpets, mopping floors, washing walls, and cleaning furnishings.
• Remove garbage from buildings following all safe trash removal protocol including but not limited to rotation of dumpsters.
• Monitors all areas of the building and systems for cleanliness and maintenance needs.
• Completes light maintenance and cleaning duties including but not limited to vacated units upon turnover as needed.
• Performs floor stripping, waxing, and buffing in common areas and in units at turn.
• Performs pest control treatments, including bed bugs.
• Change out light bulbs in all common areas as needed.
• Assist building maintenance staff and building maintenance vendors i.e., rooftop safety escorts as needed.
• Assists with restocking/inventory of supply closets as instructed by Facility Manager.
• Assists with flood/fire emergencies response when requested by the Facility Manager.
• Occasional removal, proper disposal and sanitizing of hazardous materials to include but not limited to human waste in accordance and compliance with OSHA standards.
• Works with Facility Manager to respond and complete work orders.
• Attends and participates in scheduled staff meetings of team goals and trainings i.e., OSHA basic industry training.
• Performs pre-inspection on vacant units.

SOME KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTRIBUTES WE NEED FROM YOU

• Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of voices.
• Thorough knowledge and proper use of cleaning agents.
• Proven personal skills to communicate appropriately with tenants.
• Ability to communicate and understand written instructions on work orders.
• Ability to operate Plymouth owned vehicles.
• Basic computer skills or ability to familiarize and learn how to use Microsoft Outlook email, and other applications i.e., payroll system.
• Working knowledge of Hazmat procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, GED certification or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Valid Washington State Driver license with fully insurable driving record
• Certificate in fall prevention training or the ability to be certified within a reasonable period of time.
• Two years janitorial/maintenance and multifamily or hospitality cleaning experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse, low-income or special needs population is desired.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and 403(b) options. Additionally, employees have access to supplementary benefits such as the Employee Assistance Program, a subsidized ORCA pass, and more. This is a full-time position with benefits. Join us and be a catalyst for positive change!

Plymouth Housing is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, train and promote employees based on merit and business needs, and without regard for race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, weight, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, military status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.