Cleaning and Grounds Technician

Job Description:

This position is responsible for making sure the company facilities look neat and presentable to the public. They help uphold the image of a facility by performing cleaning and groundskeeping tasks, and will be trained to complete and execute basic maintenance tasks. This position is part of a team responsible for the dutiful upkeep of residential apartments in Milwaukee, WI and surrounding areas. Grounds Responsibilities

• Operate outdoor power equipment, included but not limited to push mowers, zero-turn lawn mowers, snow blowers, leaf blowers, chain saws, and pruning saws
• Daily pickup of trash and debris around common grounds
• Regular mowing and trimming of lawns
• Clear snow from sidewalks, stairs, and stoops as needed and spread salt (de-icer) in those areas
• Edge lawns at sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots as needed
• Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers
• Prune or trim trees, shrubs, or hedges using shears, pruners, or chain saws
• Spray weed killer in a controlled manner in established beds, pavement cracks, etc.
• Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, or other ground features
• Water lawns, trees, or plants, using portable sprinkler systems, or hoses
• Trim or pick flowers and clean flower beds
• Plant seeds, bulbs, foliage, flowering plants, grass, trees, or shrubs and apply mulch for protection, using hands and garden tools
• Other landscaping and grounds tasks as assigned Cleaning Responsibilities
• Wipe down washers and dryers (tops and fronts)
• Sweep and mop floors
• Empty lint screens
• Empty trash bins
• Remove cobwebs
• Change lint traps
• Clean laundry sinks
• Vacuum hallways, corridors, elevators, and high-traffic mats
• Sweep and mop, hallways, corridors, and elevators
• Clean interior/exterior entrance glass and windows
• Dust railings, vents, light fixtures, trim, and ledges
• Empty garbage and recycling bins in common areas
• Remove cobwebs
• Spot clean walls
• Sanitize high-touch areas like doors and elevator buttons
• Sweep to remove dirt, paper, leaves, and debris from traffic areas and parking stalls
• Ensure floor drains are cleared of debris
• Rinse floors as needed
• Remove cobwebs
• Performing general physical activities
• Move or lift heavy objects
• Performing work in extreme weather conditions: heat/cold, rain/snow/ice
• Ability to occasionally work long hours
• Report issues with outdoor power equipment and other tools/equipment used by employee
• Communicate clearly and professionally with residents, peers, and superiors
• Properly handling and moving objects
• Ability to gather information, identify objects, actions and events
• Making decisions and solving problems
• Organizing, planning and prioritizing work
• Ability to assist the maintenance team with unit preparation to include painting, cleaning, and light maintenance as capable
• May be required to participate in an on-call rotation for emergencies
• May be required to participate be on-call for routine snow removal (weekends).
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs
• Ability to bend, twist, crouch, reach, etc.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions including inclement weather

Job Type:

Full-time Salary:

Starting at $22 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits:

401(k) matching; Paid time off;

Paid Holidays License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of landscaping do you have? How many years of professional cleaning do you have?

Work Location:

In person