Facility Day Porter in Detroit, Michigan at Alternatives For Girls

Alternatives For Girls is seeing a Facility Day Porter who will help support AFG’s mission by maintaining the organization’s facilities, performing regular cleaning and repairing tasks and coordinating/supporting the work of contract vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform minor, general repairs as needed on building, grounds, vehicles, equipment, such as repairing doors, locks and handles; replacing light bulbs, sockets and switches; patch drywall, etc.
• Perform basic plumbing tasks, including drains faucets and toilets, etc.
• Perform daily cleaning duties of all areas of the building, including sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, etc.
• Maintain outdoor areas such as mowing, trimming, edging, shoveling, etc.
• Inspect control panels and electrical wiring.
• Maintain an organized inventory of maintenance supplies—notify Manager of the need to order.
• Promptly respond to help-desk ticket requests for emergency repairs and clean-ups.
• Ensure maintenance equipment is in good working order.
• Collaborate with vendors on maintenance/repairs at the facility as needed.
• Assist with safety and fire protection and prevention programs by inspecting work areas and equipment and conducting drills as required.
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Demonstrated Abilities:

• Self-starter, organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to occasionally work a flexible schedule including after-hours and/or weekends, when special events are scheduled to occur.
• Good attention to detail and follow-up.
• Ability to move furniture when needed and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Conscientious worker with demonstrated reliability and good attendance.
• The ability to safely operate hand and power tools and cleaning equipment.

• Strong problem-solving skills. Able to troubleshoot equipment and building system problems.

• Excellent time management skills. Complete timely, quality and reliable work.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism on the job.

Required Knowledge:

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• Sound knowledge of and experience with basic plumbing, carpentry and electrical wiring required. Proven general maintenance experience necessary.

• A minimum of 6-12 months experience as a housekeeper, custodian, janitor or similar role.
• Experience sending and receiving emails and texts and ability to learn our help-desk ticketing system.
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Working knowledge of the methods, technique and materials used in custodial work.
• Familiar with operating, caring for and storing custodial equipment and supplies.