Janitor

Job DetailsJob Location: Yakima, WA 98908 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School or GED Salary Range: $17.13 - $20.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: Day We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Janitor to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment at our newly built 73-unit housing property. This community is designed to support low-income individuals, adults with disabilities, and young adults formerly homeless. The Janitor will be responsible for the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, assisting in creating a respectful and comfortable living environment for residents and visitors. Responsibilities Report any maintenance problem areas as soon as possible. Maintains appliances and plumbing. Cleans appliances. Empties and sanitize trash cans. Pick up trash. Vacuums carpets. Sweep and mop hard surface floors per the manufacturer approved methods. Washes windows (Interior/exterior). Checks and replaces exterior lighting on a regular basis. Physically walks the property daily and removes litter, debris, pet droppings from the grounds. Shovels snow utilizes snow blower and uses sand as needed to prevent slick conditions. Blows leaves from the parking lot. Assists with painting, as directed. Assists in inventory control of all janitorial equipment and supplies. Always maintain awareness of proper safety precautions. On-call for emergencies Be aware of all utility shut offs; shutting off immediately as needed in the event of fire or flood. Make sure storage areas and entrances are locked, and adequate lighting in those areas is maintained. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications QualificationsJob Requirements: This following requirements are those that are normally required for the performance of this position. Any disabled applicant who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements. Physical Requirements: This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring moderate physical exertion, talking, and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirement. These physical demands are required up to 90% of the time. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and reach heights of 8 feet with the aid of a ladder. No fear of heights (24 feet or more). The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Non-Physical Requirements: Education High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Experience Prior Janitor experience or experience in a related field Special Skills Must have a working knowledge of building maintenance. Must adhere to pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials. The ability to utilize a tablet and/or computer to complete work orders in the property management software. Must be self-motivated, able to work independently and be able to perform duties with minimal supervision. Must be able to work well with people from diverse social and economic backgrounds. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence. English and Spanish preferred. Basic Math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) Ability to receive and follow written instructions. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required Licensure, Registration, Certification Must show proof of Hep B Vaccination Record Employment is conditional upon: Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required Wage Range: $17.13 - $20.00 hourly, depending on experience Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm; available for on-call emergencies Work Location: Casa de la Mora (73 units) Benefits 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave per year Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr