COMPANY SUMMARY:

 

Under the direction of the Site Manager and Property Manager, the Grounds Janitor performs a wide variety of janitorial duties including general tasks related to the upkeep of the grounds and common areas at Baker and South Baker Beach Apartments.  Together, the two neighborhoods are comprised of 457 housing units.  Nature of work requires emphasis on safe work practices, sustained physical effort, problem solving, attention to detail, customer service, and time management.

 

*Temporary Full time (3 months)*

 

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

 

Note: It is necessary for the position to travel independently on a regular basis (e.g., emergency purchases, assisting at other properties, etc.) in the most time efficient method possible, usually by personal automobile.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Keep all common areas clean of debris/garbage, including the removal of trash, litter, and animal waste; raking leaves, and removing trash or litter from shrubbery and hedges according to daily schedule
• Sweep exterior of buildings and carports, remove cobwebs from carports, stairwells, and entryways
• Use a leaf/backpack blower in a safe, effective manner
• Keep refuse dumpsters (garbage, recycling, and compost) areas clean and free of debris
• Use water, hose, and scrub brushes to clean stairwells, carports, and other common areas as needed
• Use power washer to effectively and safely clean common areas as needed
• Remove and/or report graffiti to appropriate people
• Maintain inventory of necessary supplies
• Maintain neat, clean, and organized maintenance and storage areas
• Report necessary work orders to appropriate staff
• Advise supervisor of equipment and supplies needed
• Act as “eyes and ears” and report lease violations, safety hazards, etc. to Site Manager or Property Manager
• Water specified areas of open space, as requested by Presidio Trust
• Work with the Presidio Trust on periodic planting projects
• Provide customer service to residents and park visitors
• Understand and implement appropriate safety practices
• Work within John Stewart Company safety guidelines
• Abide by the Inclement Weather Policy
• Other duties, as requested by the Presidio Trust and John Stewart Company supervisors

 

JANITORIAL

• Cleans common area floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
• Steam-cleans or shampoos carpets
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures
• Cleans windows, glass partitions, and mirrors
• Dusts furniture, walls, machines, and equipment
• Services, cleans, and supplies common area restrooms
• Uses and stores cleaning products in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
• Uses non-toxic cleaning products whenever possible

 

SAFETY

• Practices safety precautions and is safety-conscious at all times
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) and informs Property Manager when others do not
• Knows the contents and location of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) binder; reads and understands labels of all chemicals before using, storing or disposing
• Actively participates in required monthly safety meetings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary job function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Policies and Regulations — Knowledge of company polices, federal, state and local laws, government regulations and agency rules that pertain to the Presidio
• Written and Oral Comprehension and Expression — Ability to read, understand and communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand, and communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally so others will understand. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form    
• Self - Start – Must have the ability to work without constant direct supervision
• Customer Service - Assessment of customer needs, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to measure distance and calculate quantities

 

EXPERIENCE

• Related experience desired
• A minimum of at least one-year grounds duties at a multi-family property desired
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and take precautionary measures to protect self and others
• Fluency in English required
• Ability to read and understand instructions

 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Benefits for Employees who work 30+ hours/week -

• Medical, dental and vision care; preventative medical care paid at 100%.
• Vacation leave of up to ten days per year in the first year.
• Up to 80 hours of sick time per year.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care.
• Company paid Life AD&D Long Term Disability.
• Free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Commuter benefit program.
• Discounts for AT&T and ClassPass.
• $100 annual Wellness Reimbursement.
• Matching 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan of up to 2% of your compensation (for any employee who works 20 hours or more per week).

 

Benefits for Employees who work less than 30 hours/week - 

• Free, confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Commuter benefit program.
• Discounts for AT&T and ClassPass.
• $100 annual Wellness Reimbursement.
• Matching 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan of up to 2% of your compensation (for any employee who works 20 hours or more per week)
• Up to 80 hours of sick time per year.

The John Stewart Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

The John Stewart Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative.