Watchperson FT 3:00p-11:00p

Job Description

The Watchperson patrols Gracedale Nursing Home buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry. This position reports directly to the Housekeeping Manager. This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees.

Essential duties of the position include patrolling grounds to detect unauthorized persons or vehicles, using a flashlight in poorly lighted areas. Periodically tours buildings and grounds, examining doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure. Checks exterior lighting and access routes to emergency entrance. Responds to all reports of possible unauthorized personnel on premises and takes action according to prescribed procedures. Confronts authorized person(s) for questioning, routes or detains them, or telephones police for assistance, according to circumstances. Sounds fire signal to alert fire department and facility personnel in event of fire or extinguishes fire using extinguisher. Reports any unusual conditions or malfunctioning of heating, plumbing, or electrical systems to appropriate personnel. Performs miscellaneous janitorial work as assigned, which may include retrieving items from storeroom, sweeping and mopping floors/areas as needed, and gathering and disposing of trash. Other janitorial duties as necessary.

Required minimum qualifications include education and experience – completion of a high school, or general equivalency diploma, and prior experience as a fireman, policeman, or watchman is preferred, but not required. All employees of Gracedale Nursing Home will be required to attend Feeding Program training.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include the ability to perform repetitive tasks such as making tours of buildings and grounds. Ability to remain alert and make decisions in an emergency situation. Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.

Tools and equipment include telephone, flashlight, trash cart, laundry cart, broom, mop, and fire extinguisher.

Physical demands include frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work environment is usually quiet.

Selection guidelines include formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check as well as job related tests. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

FLSA status: FLSA non-exempt (eligible for overtime). Designation: Career Service. Pay grade: GU-01. Union status: AFSCME Gracedale. Updated July 2025.