Facility Maintenance & Cleaning Specialist

Position Summary

The Facility Maintenance & Cleaning Specialist is responsible for maintaining a spotless safe hygienic and fully operational environment across all customer-facing and back-of-house areas. This role requires a self-motivated individual with proven experience in commercial building cleaning deep sanitation and light routine facility maintenance (minor plumbing basic carpentry fixture repair painting touch-ups and HVAC filter changes).

Key Responsibilities

1. Building Sanitation & Deep Cleaning

• Execute daily opening mid-day and closing sanitation schedules across dining areas bars restrooms kitchens and employee spaces.

• Perform deep cleaning tasks including floor stripping waxing tile scrubbing high-dusting and window cleaning.

• Manage trash and recycling removal dumpster area cleanliness and pest prevention measures.

• Maintain chemical inventories and SDS (Safety Data Sheets) in full compliance with OSHA and health department standards.

2. Light Maintenance & Facility Repairs

• Inspect the property daily for mechanical electrical structural or plumbing issues and perform prompt repairs.

• Perform minor plumbing repairs (unclogging drains replacing faucet aerators/washers running toilets).

• Execute basic carpentry drywall patching paint touch-ups furniture assembly/repairs and hardware replacement.

• Conduct routine light bulb replacements fixture fixes and HVAC filter changes according to maintenance schedules.

• Coordinate with external contractors or specialized technicians for major repair work under managerial oversight.

3. Self-Management & Inventory Oversight

• Independently organize daily workflows prioritizing urgent repairs alongside routine cleaning checklists.

• Track cleaning supplies repair hardware and maintenance tools reporting reorder needs to the Service Operations Manager.

• Ensure all safety equipment fire extinguishers and emergency exits remain accessible and fully compliant.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 24 years of commercial cleaning janitorial and light building maintenance experience.

• Skills: Proficient with hand and power tools; solid knowledge of basic plumbing painting and general facility mechanics.

• Traits: Highly self-motivated proactive problem-solver with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs climb ladders and stand/walk for extended periods.

• Certifications: OSHA safety awareness certification or ServSafe Sanitation certification preferred.