Grounds Technician

Minneapolis MN

Description

Temporary Grounds Technician (Blooming Meadows South in Bloomington, MN) Organization Background Aeon is a nonprofit developer, owner and manager of quality, affordable homes in the Twin Cities. Since 1986, the award-winning nonprofit has built or renovated more than 5,800 apartments and townhomes. These homes provide stability to more than 16,000 people each year. At Aeon, we believe everyone deserves a home. But the threat of homelessness is real. Too many people are struggling to make ends meet. One illness, one day without work, one family emergency, could leave them with nowhere else to go. Together, we will act boldly to create and preserve quality, affordable homes for those who need them most. With Aeon, you’ll discover hard work that’s worth it. Learn more about Aeon at www.aeon.org. Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and dependable person to perform inside janitorial work, outside groundskeeping and light maintenance as part of our Grounds & Maintenance Team at our apartment community in Blooming Meadows South, Bloomington. The main focus of this position will be to maintain a clean, well maintained, enjoyable space for our residents. The Grounds Technician will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: The completion of all service requests as assigned by performing a wide variety of general cleaning and light maintenance and repair functions including: • General cleaning of the offices, community buildings, common areas, grounds and vacant apartments • Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping • Cleaning windows • Inside/outside debris removal • Seasonal duties: snow removal, salting/sanding • Light landscaping • Light maintenance duties may include: Plumbing (snaking toilets, other light repairs), Electrical (changing light bulbs, outlet covers, etc.), Changing furnace filters, Installing blinds, Changing smoke detector batteries, etc… Skills & Qualifications • 1+ years of cleaning and/or light maintenance experience is preferred • Must have the ability to regularly adhere to set schedule • Availability must be flexible and may include some weekend schedules • Ability to engage in high level customer service that is culturally responsive, ensuring consideration for differing needs and expectations of residents, staffs, vendors, community members, etc… • Must have a commitment to learning and participating in Aeon's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts • Strong people and problem-solving skills • Be a team player • Prideful work ethic • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS o Ability to stand, walk, reach, climb, bend and kneel o Ability to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally o Ability to reach above and below the shoulders o Ability to use hands and fingers to grasp, twist and pull o Withstand external weather conditions such as working outside in the rain, cold, heat or other adverse weather Compensation This temporary position compensated between $16-17/hr DOE. Work hours are Monday - Friday 8:30am-5pm, Blooming Meadows South. We anticipate this position being about 11 weeks in length. If you are interested in applying for this position, please visit: Position is open until filled. Aeon values a diverse work environment. People of color, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people from other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Aeon is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Employees and residents are encouraged to apply.