Portland Housing Authority Hiring for Custodian Worker at Portland, ME Full Time

ABOUT THE POSITION

Our Custodians work within the Public Housing Program. This position is responsible for a variety of tasks, required to keep common areas, both inside and outside clean, and orderly. Functions include but are not limited to; cleaning of restrooms, removal of trash, washing and waxing of floors, mowing grass, and snow removal..

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Performs custodial tasks as instructed in administrative offices, common space, rest rooms, kitchens, and vacant units, including; cleaning, restocking needed supplies, trash removal, washing and waxing floors.
• Performs stripping of floors in all common space annually.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks in common areas as needed, including; replacement of light bulbs, switch plates, outlet covers and smoke detector batteries.
• Performs variety grounds work as instructed, including; litter pickup, grass mowing, raking and trimming and snow removal.
• Performs related tasks required, which may include; completion of work orders, materials pick-up and transport, trash removal and transport, and tracking of time and material used.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS OF WORK Must possess valid State of Maine motor vehicle operator’s license.

• Must possess knowledge of the hazards and applicable safety precautions in building maintenance.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, as well as elderly, and low-income PHA tenants.
• Must be able to follow work plans and work independently to complete tasks.
• Must possess the working knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and materials used in building maintenance and cleaning
• Must be able to operate buffing and stripping machine.
• DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Minimum requirements include: a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of relevant experience in the custodial field a plus. This position is a 40 hour, full-time, benefits eligible position covered by the AFSCME Council 93 union.

SOME OF OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• POS & PPO Health Insurance with ER employer paid HRA (PPO plan only)
• Dental and Vision
• Great Retirement benefits (Maine State Retirement (optional), 401A and 457 plans
• Employer paid Life Insurance = 1X Salary
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick time
• Disability Insurance
• Longevity pay

** job description and application form are available at Portland Housing Authority, 14 Baxter Blvd, Portland, ME. 04101 or downloaded from our website “porthouse.org” **’

Cleaning Equipment: Floor buffer

• Floor waxer
• Floor stripper
• Floor burnisher
• Floor scrubber Setting:
• Residential
• Office Building

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Typical start time:

• 7:30 AM

Typical end time:

• 4:00 PM

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

***COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate*** As a condition of employment, you must demonstrate proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to start of employment. If you cannot get vaccinated due to a medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief, you may request an exemption as a reasonable accommodation. Failure to provide proof of vaccination will result in your exclusion from employment with the Portland Housing Authority.

This opportunity is covered under Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:

Experience:

• Custodial Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person