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ORGANIZATION SPOTLIGHT: At DOORWAYS, our work has purpose and our impact is real. Join a team that is changing lives of individuals at the intersection of illness and poverty. We build hope through housing, healthcare, and empowerment services.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Take pride in hands-on work that makes a difference? Join DOORWAYS as a Building and Grounds Specialist and help keep our facilities and grounds clean, safe, and welcoming. We’re looking for someone dependable and detail-oriented who works independently with limited supervision, uses sound judgment, stays organized, meets deadlines, and communicates professionally. Custodial and basic maintenance experience is a plus. You’ll need a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel between worksites and meet the role’s physical and indoor/outdoor work requirements. Successful completion of a background check, drug test, and TB test is required.

Responsibilities

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety and Sanitation:

· Assure that assigned work areas are kept clean, safe, comfortable, and in an attractive manner.

· Assure that established infection control and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing housekeeping procedures.

· Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to the Director of Maintenance immediately.

· Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with established sanitation procedures.

· Keep work/assignment areas free of hazardous objects, such as protruding mop/broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.

Equipment and Supply Functions

· Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment and supplies.

· Assure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.

· Assure that an adequate supply of housekeeping, laundry, and linen supplies are maintained in the utility/linen closets to meet the daily needs of the residents.

Building (Custodial and Maintenance)

· Daily walk-through of each floor of the facility to determine housekeeping and/or maintenance needs.

· Perform custodial functions as assigned.

· Clean floors, to include vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, disinfecting, etc. (NOTE: Assure that appropriate caution/safety signs are properly set up prior to performing such duties, then put away when floors are dry.)

· Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc., from surfaces using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions.

· Clean hallways, stairways, and elevators.

· Clean out overhead light fixtures.

· Discard waste/trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with plastic liner.

· Clean and disinfect trashcans on a weekly basis (minimal) or as needed.

· Be sure to change mop water, cleaning solution, cleaning rags with each room and when cloudy/dirty within the same room.

· Complete maintenance requests as assigned.

· Keep inventory records on cleaning and laundry chemicals/supplies, and other items as assigned.

Grounds (Plan, develop, organize, and implement the ongoing upkeep of

the building)

· Ensure front entrance, sidewalk, parking lot, and street entrance is clean and clear of trash and debris (this includes snow/salting areas as needed).

· Light grooming of shrubs.

· Recommendations for tree & bush trimming.

· Coordination of spring/fall grounds cleanout (mulch, etc.).

Experience Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND ABILITIES

· High School Diploma or GED required.

· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between worksites to perform essential functions required.

· Custodial work experience preferred.

· Basic building and maintenance experience preferred.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

· Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, and speaking, to perform essential job functions.

· Ability to interact tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and representatives, and the general public.

· Ability to maintain accurate attention to detail, stay organized, and effectively manage multiple tasks in a time‑sensitive work environment.

· The position requires the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and effectively manage assigned tasks and time to meet established priorities and deadlines. The employee must be able to plan and organize work with limited supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

· The successful candidate will pass a background check, drug test, and TB test.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· This position requires the ability to move throughout facilities; perform tasks that may involve walking, standing, bending, and positioning; and transport tools, supplies, or equipment weighing up to seventy-five (75) pounds on a frequent basis with the use of proper body mechanics, assistive devices, and/or team assistance as appropriate to ensure safety.

WORKING CONDITIONS

· The Building and Grounds Specialist position requires performing essential job functions that may include standing and walking for extended periods, as well as working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, age, disability status or national origin.

To apply:

Interested applicants should send their resume, cover letter and/or completed application to employment@doorwayshousing.org.

Benefits

Health insurance Dental Vision Tuition assistance Retirement Paid time off

Skill Sets

Working with Things

Behavioral Traits

Sociability Helpfulness Thoroughness Problem Solving

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