Custodian Grounds Job at The Michaels Organization in Chicago

Overview

The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives – ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day.

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Responsibilities

• Perform custodial and grounds work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash and recycle bins, cleaning windows, etc., in residential units for turnover and common areas of the property.
• Perform light repairs, which may include freeing windows, painting exterior and interior areas as needed, replace light bulbs or other minor repair issues as directed.
• Assist in apartment move-in and move-out inspections and assist the Maintenance Manager or Community Manager in scheduling annual apartment inspections.
• Have knowledge regarding water and gas meter cut-offs, all apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer clean-outs and post map of same. Operate within OSHA standards and company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Periodically inspect all buildings and common areas, pick up trash, pull weeds, perform janitorial duties and maintenance repair assistance as needed.
• Make sure storage areas and entrances are locked and adequate lighting in those areas is maintained.
• Ensure effective, timely and professional interactions with residents, contractors and property management team on all services provided.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Experience: Custodial work experience preferred, but not required
• Required Education/Training: High School Diploma preferred.
• Required Skills And Abilities: Willingness to pitch in and work in areas as required; personable and trustworthy, able to work well with residents and co-workers, and perform work in a safety conscious manner; requires the ability to read, speak and comprehend work instructions and safety notices in English.
• Working Conditions: Working in this environment may mean exposure to dust, fumes, solvents, variable lighting conditions and noise; must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays if required for emergency, on-call or scheduled shifts.

Salary Range

$17.00 per hour

Rewards & Benefits

We know Michaels’ promise of lifting lives starts with our teammates, so making sure every single teammate is happy, healthy, and set up for a successful future is important to us. As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with a company match, and more. We also offer an Employee Scholarship Program for your dependents.

• Help make the world a better place in a team-oriented environment.
• Grow with our organization through professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome.

Join our team. You’re going to love it here!