Nationwide Housing Corporation is seeking a residential property Caretaker to join our team at one of our residential properties located in Mankato, Minnesota. The Resident Building Caretaker, under the direction and supervision of the Property Manager, are responsible for the general housekeeping, the day-to-day light maintenance and upkeep of the common areas, on call coverage, and other duties as requested and needed. Personnel are accountable to management and, within reason and when appropriate, cater to the individual needs of residents when in the overall best interest of the property and company. The Caretaker position provides cleaning and minor maintenance of all buildings on-site for which he/she is responsible for.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Cleans all common areas and leasing office.
• Cleans vacant units and prepares units for new occupancy. This includes cleaning all appliances, cabinets, cupboards, heating registers, light fixtures, blinds, closets, etc.
• Pick-up trash on property and maintains clean and safe exterior environment.
• Keeps parking areas clean and well maintained.
• Notifies supervisor of any resident or safety issues.
• Interacts positively with residents to maintains good communication and resident relations.
• Accurately completes paperwork such as service requests and time sheets.
• Communicates with management. 
• Light maintenance duties as assigned, such as changing lightbulbs.
• Light lawn care duties as assigned, such as de-weeding, planting, or mowing.
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance to required shifts, meetings, trainings, and related employment engagements to support position responsibilities and duties. Any alterations to the required schedule must be reviewed and approved, in advance by your supervisor.
• Day to day housekeeping of the common areas within the building interior and exterior including, but not limited to the common areas such as the hallways, lobby areas, amenities, stairwells, and elevators.
• Maintain cleanliness of common areas of the building, inside and out including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, carpet shampooing and window cleaning.
• Communicate with third-party vendors if delegated by your Property Manager
• Effectively communicate concerns and recommended solutions to Property Manager 
• Assist with emergency procedures, including but not limited to, key safety control, water shut-off, and any other emergency procedures.
• When on call provide afterhours coverage for building emergencies
• Must be aware of Nationwide Housing company rules to assist in enforcement and/or report violations to the Property Manager
• Perform seasonal and or scheduled projects as needed.
• Must be willing to adjust work responsibilities as necessary for the building
• Perform light maintenance tasks as outlined
• Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the exterior grounds.
• Following company and approval guidelines, purchase all inventory and supplies to perform duties; charge to building association appropriately
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
• (Other duties or tasks may be assigned as required. Management may modify, change, or add to the duties of this description at any time without notice)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to lift to 30 lbs. following appropriate safely procedures.
• Being able to work in various positions, including but not limited to bending over, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time
• Walking the property. Ability to navigate the property quickly and easily as required to meet the job functions.
• Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers. Reaching with hands and arms.
• Walk and climb stairs
• Ability to work in different environmental conditions (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity)
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (8 feet)
• Sitting at a desk
• Use of keyboard, computer, and applicable software and equipment

 Skills & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Previous residential or commercial cleaning and light maintenance experience
• Must be a Team player.
• Proactive with good time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
• Must be flexible in adjusting work responsibilities as necessary for the building.
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Confidentiality and courtesy among residents and staff.
• Ability to successfully manage various projects simultaneously
• Flexible, problem solver, quick learner, honest, reliable, and motivated with a pleasant, positive attitude
• Ability to manage vendors on-site
• Ability to work independently and perform quality work daily without direct supervision
• Ability to interact professionally with residents, contractors, and vendors.

 This job description does not necessarily list all the functions or accountabilities of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform additional duties and tasks and employees are expected to continually assess where their assistance would benefit their coworkers and the organization and step in to fill those gaps. Management reserves the right to revise and update job descriptions at any time. Employment at Nationwide Housing Corporation is “at-will” meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time.