Cleaning Technician Downtown

Job Details: Job Location: Downtown Group - Manhattan, KS, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Category: General Labor, Scope and Purpose:  To be responsible, under the direction of the Property Manager and/or Management, for the overall appearance, curb appeal, and upkeep of the properties under management with McCullough Development, Inc.

Reports to: Property Manager and/or Management

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Essential Tasks: (Employee must be able to perform the following functions to the satisfaction of the employee’s supervisor)

Clean assigned facilities and common areas to maintain a sanitary, safe, and attractive environment.
Perform turnover cleanings according to MDI guidelines and Property Manager(s) expectations.
Operate cleaning equipment, supplies, and chemicals in a safe and effective manner.
Maintain cleaning supplies and equipment.
Report damages, unsafe conditions and items needing repair for the purpose of preventing accidents, keeping the properties safe, and in a properly functioning condition.
Assist with snow removal/raking leaves/pulling or spraying for weeds/cutting and hauling off brush and tree limbs.
Abide safety standards that comply with all company, local, City, State, and Federal guidelines.
Wear proper protective equipment while performing job duties.
Report to site office and be available to work daily scheduled hours.
Have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Must maintain a professional and courteous manner with residents, visitors, contractors, and employees.
Accurately complete daily payroll timesheets and work orders and submit to Property Manager.  Maintain accurate mileage reimbursement logs, as applicable.
The tasks are not limited by this list and shall include all items requested by the Property Manager and/or Management to assist in the success of the properties.
Qualifications: Education, Experience, And Licenses/Certifications: (A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.) Completion of high school/GED and one year related custodial/housekeeping experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Understanding of methods, techniques, materials, tools, and equipment used in cleaning. Ability to use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely. Thorough knowledge of proper safety techniques, occupational hazards and procedures while using chemicals, power tools, hand tools and equipment. Knowledge of MDI emergency procedures. Knowledge of proper lifting techniques. Ability to perform work independently and prioritize work assignments. Ability to clean up area after work is completed.

Communication Skills: Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with employees. Ability to interact and communicate effectively in a tactful and courteous manner with a variety of people, including residents, visitor, contractors, employees, and the general public. Ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy, and discretion. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written directions, instructions, regulations, or procedures.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential tasks of this job).

Primary functions while performing tasks require sufficient physical ability and mobility to walk up and down stairs; to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. Occasionally required to sit. Occasionally must squat, kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. Daily uses hand strength to grasp tools, supplies and equipment. Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: (The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job)

Regularly works indoors and outdoors. Daily exposure to cleaning solutions, disinfectants, chemicals, bacteria, and bodily fluids. Moderate noise level. Occasionally exposed to unpleasant smells and working conditions caused by resident neglect, food spoilage and sewage problems. Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.

Compensation: 

Hourly wage is based on experience and qualifications.
Standard Company benefits as established and earned including:

Health/Dental insurance benefits
VSP Vision discount plan
401k retirement plan participation
Flexible spending account participation
Nine (9) paid holidays
Earn Paid Time Off (PTO) after continuous months of service

Monthly cell phone reimbursement for means of communication to property staff and other employees during business hours, per current cell phone policy.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: MDI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Inquiries related to employment practices may be directed to the Director of Human Resources at 785-776-3010. MDI is an equal opportunity employer and provider of employment and training services. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.