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Hours Full-time
Location Santa Cruz, CA
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POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Manager or Maintenance personnel, the Janitor is responsible for keeping exterior, common areas, vacant units, sidewalks and alleyways of property(ies) in a clean and safe condition.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

General duties:

  • Cleans all hallways.
  • Cleans all common and reception areas.
  • Cleans all vacant apartments.
  • Cleans all parking areas, sidewalks and alleyways.
  • Cleans on-site management offices.
  • Maintains congenial relationships with all residents, is understanding of and sensitive to cultural background, economic status, those with special needs, and adheres to Fair Housing requirements.

 

Specific duties:
  • Vacuums carpets.
  • Washes windows and walls, ceilings, woodwork, door panels and sills (interior/exterior).
  • Keeps sidewalks clean (i.e., sweep, shovel, power wash).
  • Blows leaves from parkways.
  • Sweeps, scrubs, waxes, polishes and/or vacuums floors. 
  • Picks up trash and sidewalk debris in and around the property.
  • Empties and sanitizes trashcans and ashtrays.
  • Cleans appliances, rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and draperies, screens and filters
  • Dusts blinds, furniture and other apartment fixtures.
  • Maintains appliances and plumbing.
  • Assists with painting, as directed.
  • Replaces burnt-out bulbs and air conditioner filters, as needed or requested.
  • Prepares dumpsters for garbage and recycle pick-up
  • Checks locks while working in specific areas.
  • Replenishes bathroom supplies in common bathrooms.
  • Sets up, picks-up and cleans-up tables and chairs in meeting or dining rooms for miscellaneous social program activities, as requested.
  • Reports maintenance problems or any noticeable damage or needed repairs to Manager or maintenance personnel. 
  • Reports to Manager any excessive noise, disorderly conduct, or misuse of property.
  • Maintains appropriate janitorial supplies. Notifies immediate supervisor when supplies need to be replenished.
  • Attends staff meetings and resident meetings, as required.
  • Actively participate in our culture of inclusivity.
  • Must have access to reliable transportation to travel during the business day to Eden properties, training sites and retail stores. 

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Posting ID: 1218196971 Posted: 2026-01-22 Job Title: Janitor