Janitor - Helper C - CHA - HHDC

Summary

The Helper C Janitor is a union represented position responsible for keeping interior, exterior, common areas, vacant units, sidewalks, and alleyways of property clean and safe.  Also, will be expected to assist in other types of basic maintenance when necessary, including landscaping.  Helper C is expected to know and uphold safety policies on the job. Job Located in Chicago, IL.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following.   

• Cleans all hallways, all common areas, vacant apartments, parking areas, sidewalks, and alleyways, and on-site management offices.
• Keeps up the exterior cleanliness and presentation of the property including lawn care, window washing (interior/exterior), snow removal, leaf-blowing from parkways, trash pickup and sanitation.
• Sometimes using ladders, dust and washes walls, cleans ceilings and dusts and polishes light fixtures. Washes and replaces blinds.
• Performs light maintenance, including appliance and plumbing troubleshooting.
• Cleans all vacant apartments and on-site management offices.
• Cleans and maintains appliances.
• Maintains appliances and plumbing.
• Assists in inventory control of all janitorial equipment and supplies.
• Assists with painting as directed.
• Replace burnt-out light bulbs and batteries in smoke detectors.
• Checks locks while working in specific areas.
• Reports maintenance problems (unsecured vacant units, structural damages) immediately.
• Notifies Head or Assistant Head Janitor when extra garbage pickups are needed or for abandoned furniture removal.
• Ensures proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and safety equipment in accordance with OSHA, industry, manufacturers and HHDC standards.
• Transports equipment such as rodders, conduit pipes, hand tools, etc. to various properties.
• Notifies concerns to immediate supervisors.
• Assists on other properties as needed. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 
• Is on call for emergency duty (rotation).
• Is familiar with power, water and gas turnoffs, clean out traps, fire extinguishers, and fire systems.
• Knows emergency numbers (i.e. police, fire department, manager, maintenance supervisor).
• Attends staff and/or resident meetings as required.
• Assists with miscellaneous social program activities (i.e. set-up, pick-ups, clean-ups, etc.). 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

  UNION REPRESENTATION 

 This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the company and the SEIU Local 1 union. 

• High school education or equivalent. 
• Full-time janitorial experience.
• Certificate of Training Program completion preferred. Must maintain union certifications as required by the position and the bargaining agreement.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Possess good safety habits with the ability work safely with a variety of cleaning supplies.
• Highly organized.
• Multitasking, self-motivated skills.
• Ability to work with lawn machinery and power tools.
• Plumbing and mechanical aptitude.
• Sensitive to diverse cultures and have excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to work at multiple sites. 
• Provide own hand tools.
• Vehicle, insurance and good driving record. 
• Proof of COVID vaccination or medical/religious exemption will be required.

Compensation package includes salary based on experience, health, vision, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and more.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the hiring process for this role may changed, slowed, paused, or stopped at any time.  Human Resources will communicate updates as necessary throughout the process and appreciate your patience.

Principals only -- No Recruiters

 EOE