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Janitorial Float Full Time

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Janitorial Float Technician * Provide support to the janitorial division and report directly to the Float Manager and Zone Managers. * Coordinate with float manager to meet the scheduling and ...

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Janitorial Float Full Time

Janitorial Float Full Time

ServiceMaster of Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Training & development

Janitorial Float Position:
  • M-F with rotating weekend on-call schedule. 
  • Start time is 5:00 PM
  • Company vehicle provided for transportation between cleaning locations
  • Typically 40-45 hours per week

Benefits of Working at ServiceMaster:
  • Attendance based wage increases every 3-6 months 
  • $5,000 Life insurance policy provided for all employees after 30 days of employment
  • Paid time off for full and part-time employees
  • Workplace counselor available for employees and their families.
  • Weekend on-call bonus.
  • Additional benefits for full time may include: Life, Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • 401K investment after 1 Year
  • Positive Work Atmosphere
 For questions contact our HR office:

  • 269-488-2732
  • HR@smkazoo.com
  • Or visit us at 3344 Ravine Road, Kalamazoo, 49006

Are you friendly and reliable?
Do you enjoy working independently and with teams?
Do you have an eye for details and enjoy a job that keeps you moving?
Do you enjoy the satisfaction of a job well done at the end of each shift?
Would you like to clean in a variety of buildings?
If you answer yes to these questions we may have the perfect position for you on our janitorial staff at ServiceMaster of Kalamazoo!

Company and Culture

ServiceMaster of Kalamazoo was started in 1953 as one of the earliest franchises in North America. We are proud to have been serving our customers in Kalamazoo, Michigan for over 60 years.   We value our staff and we look forward to serving you as you serve our customers. 
POSITION DESCRIPTION:  Janitorial Float Technician

Job Description:

  • Provide support to the janitorial division and report directly to the Float Manager and Zone Managers.
  • Coordinate with float manager to meet the scheduling and cleaning needs of our janitorial clients. 
  •  Perform all janitorial duties as outlined in the Janitorial Technician and Janitorial Float Technician Job descriptions and perform additional tasks as assigned including inspecting, training, delivering supplies, doing laundry, and completing warehouse tasks. 
  • Attain familiarity with the cleaning specifications and special requirements of janitorial accounts, provide excellent customer service, and maintain high-quality cleaning standards.  
  • Exhibit proficiency, efficiency, and professionalism in all areas of job performance.  
  • Build relationships with and provide a positive model of performance for  our janitorial technicians.  
  • Assist janitorial technicians with helpful training, friendly reminders, active listening, and respectful communications. 
  • Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing tasks and looking for ways to add value to the job and serve the customers.
 
Job Minimum Qualifications:

  • Office management skills including effective verbal and written communication, analytical thinking, and making decisions.  
  • Technological and mechanical skills including the ability to learn the use of GPS systems, laptops, ipads, and cleaning equipment.  
  • Organizational skills including strong time management, the ability to meet deadlines and adjust to a rapidly changing environment.
  • The ability to locate addresses, navigate new buildings, follow cleaning tasks lists and building security processes, and follow multiple instructions as given by managers.  
  • A strong ability to observe details from a customer perspective and apply appropriate cleaning techniques.  
  • Ability to work a 5:00 pm to as late as 3:00 am, including rotational weekend on-call hours with a willingness to adjust nightly schedule to accommodate the needs of the position.  
  • Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.  
  • Ability to pass a drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle report.
Position Ideal Qualifications:

Experience in the janitorial service industry is preferred.
Experience with technology and ability to grasp new computer systems and electronic forms of communication is a plus.
Physical Requirements:

  • Exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, odors, dirt, and dust.
  • Frequently lifts, carries, pushes, or otherwise moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Frequently transitions in and out of vehicles and frequently walks, stands, bends, stoops, and climbs stairs.