Building Engineer
Job Function:
Professionally respond to tenant requests and the public as required. Effectively and efficiently operate and maintain all HVAC and MEP equipment. Serve as a Systems Operator. Perform as well as supervise maintenance work. Provide engineering fill-in across portfolio of managed properties as required and maintain schedules to ensure that time allocations are consistently met across multiple locations in Southfield, Michigan.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide prompt and courteous response to tenant requests within the guidelines set forth by the company. Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and tenants. Perform as a team member with all company and client employees as well as client contract service providers
- Assist to ensure compliance with all City, State and Federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards and regulations
- Order, stock and inventory parts and supplies as directed by the Property/Engineering Manager or Lead Engineer
- Induce water treatment chemicals at proper amounts and times in heating and cooling systems. Perform chemical analysis tests as set forth by the supervisor, reporting any abnormalities and substandard results.
- Start and stop equipment as directed by the Supervisor
- May assist in the training and development of all fellow Engineers. Act as a team member with all employees of the management staff.
- Complete daily equipment logs and perform visual inspections of all building mechanical and life safety equipment to ensure normal operation.
- Respond to multiple requests from multiple sources (Supervisors, Tenants, Security staff) and prioritize accordingly to alleviate immediate problems. Report changing priorities back to Supervisors.
- Respond to, prioritize and complete assigned work orders via the CMMS work order tracking system.
- Work independently on your own shift to operate, maintain, and repair (except when specific maintenance and repairs are performed by contractors) all electrical, mechanical, HVAC, Fire Life Safety and MEP equipment as outlined by Management including, but not limited to:
- Change air filters
- Lubricate bearings and Cond friction surfaces
- Adjust drive belts
- Clean equipment
- Clean mechanical rooms
- Paint mechanical rooms and equipment
- Perform routine inspections of mechanical rooms and equipment
- Weekly fire pump run tests
- Weekly Generator run tests
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment and perform installations including, but not limited to:
- Motors and motor starters
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Lighting systems and controls
- Raceway and wiring systems
- Electro-Mechanical control systems
- Transformers
- Fuses, breakers, ground fault interrupters
- Low voltage communication/control wiring and terminations
- Electricity metering and monitoring systems
- Maintain, operate, and repair heating, cooling & ventilation systems.
- Maintain and repair plumbing systems including, but not limited to:
- Restroom fixtures (toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets, flush valves, valves, dispensers, etc.)
- Sanitary and storm water drainage piping, traps, and vents
- Tenant equipment (sinks, faucets, garbage disposals, dishwashers, coffee makers, ice makers, etc.)
- Pumps (alignment, annual inspections, greasing of all friction surfaces, etc.)
- Maintain and repair architectural systems and finishes including, but not limited to:
- Locks and door hardware
- Restroom partitioning systems
- Rails and barrier systems
- Minor repairs to ceiling, wall, and floor systems
- Minor repairs to tenant furniture systems
- Install pictures, signs, cabinets, racks, enclosures, etc.
- Make adjustments and changes on HVAC and related equipment to maintain established comfort zones including, but not limited to:
- Chiller and reheat system temperature adjustments
- Building environmental controls
- Thermostats
- Cold deck regulators
- Fresh air and exhaust systems
- Duct dampers and splitters
- Damper motors
- Properly record and maintain:
- Meter readings; service request records; payroll time cards; parts & material forms; mechanical room & equipment inspection logs; preventive maintenance forms.
- Maintain, without flaw or exception, plant logs and files, where appropriate, included but not limited to: (Engine room machine logs; chemical usage logs; non-company /contractor personnel logs; operating engineer logs; fire & life safety records)
- Maintain superior appearance and working condition of all the MEP systems assigned to the Engineering Department
- Coordination and communications with Day Porter / Janitorial Staff as necessary.
- Compose written, factual reports of occurrences and incidents on property
- Repair and maintenance of other building equipment including but not limited to doors, walls, ceilings, light fixtures, plumbing fixtures, roofs, locks and keys.
- Assume additional duties as delegated by Management
- Complies with all Continuum policies and procedures.
Job Requirements/Qualifications and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must have minimum of 3 years building engineering experience commensurate with position being filled (i.e. high-rise building, low rise,).
- High Pressure Boiler Operator’s License is preferred but not required.
- Refrigeration Operator License is preferred but not required.
- EPA 608 Universal Certification is preferred but not required.
- Ability to interact with multiple teams and take direction from multiple managers.
- Be self-motivated and able to work unsupervised.
- Maintain professional appearance and manner at all times while at the property and maintain calm demeanor in emergency situations.
- Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
- Ability to work standing all day.
- Ability to access remote work areas, i.e., crawl spaces, roofs.
- Ability to use of olfactory, auditory and visual senses.
- Ability to utilize full manual dexterity (i.e. sitting, squatting, bending, crawling, kneeling, lifting, walking, manipulating tools with limbs extended).
- Ability to meet highest attendance requirements.
- Ability to accommodate varying work schedules.
- Intermediate working knowledge of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical control devices and BAS systems.
- Knowledge of basic hand tools, i.e., socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.
- Knowledge of power tools (pneumatic, electric, or engine drive) drill motors, saws, grinder, impact wrenches, and drain cleaner, etc.
- Ability to read and use shop manuals and drawings.
- Ability to read steam, gas, water, and electric utility meters.
- Ability to use basic measuring and recording equipment such as temperature indicators, pressure gauges, and voltage testers.
- Ability to use deductive logic for troubleshooting equipment.
- Working conditions: Indoors 80%, Outdoors20%
- Must be proficient in the use of a personal computer, handheld communication device and have knowledge of CMMS software such as Workspeed.
- Great communications ability, both verbal and written.
- Ability to interact with co-workers, tenants, contractors, and the general public in a positive and professional manner.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with good driving record.
- Possess competent knowledge on the methods, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment and systems.
- Ability to read blueprints and or schematics to aid in troubleshooting analysis.
- Ability to safely install and operate rigging and lifting devices.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Any license required by local, state or national municipalities.
Additional Responsibilities:
Will be required to work evenings, holidays and weekends to ensure proper work coverage.
Maintenance Director
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Regional Director, the primary responsibilities of the Maintenance Director include the overall maintenance/upkeep of the Living Community (facility and grounds) including preventative maintenance, repairs and inspections.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ensure all aspects of the facility are in a good state of repair.
- Respond to work order requests on a daily basis.
- Partner with the Executive Director when contracting with any outside vendors.
- Maintain Unit Maintenance Log for each apartment.
- Monitors and maintains Building Inspection Schedule that includes preventative maintenance program and all required system inspections.
- On call 24 hours a day for emergency maintenance needs as authorized by Executive Director. If not available must arrange for back up coverage.
- Supervision of part-time, temporary, or contract personnel.
- Performs routine janitorial duties in order to keep building and grounds clean and neat.
- Snow removal and landscaping not performed by outside contractors.
- Performs routine inspections of interior and exterior of building.
- Perform mandatory annual unit inspections completing required documentation.
- Ensure the highest quality of customer service is available for the residents.
- Orders maintenance supplies and monitor inventory.
- Responsible for timely turnover of vacant apartments.
- Maintains dumpster area and monitor trash pickup.
Qualifications and Required Experience:
- Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, and general repair skills.
Other Requirements:
Essential Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Director.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Maintenance Technician
Job Function: Under direct supervision, oversees, coordinates and maintains the safe and efficient operation of all building systems, specifically technical and property related operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- May assist engineers to perform inspections and conduct periodic general preventive maintenance on the building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This involves normal lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, water treatment, and periodic testing of all building systems and equipment including but not limited to; chillers, cooling towers, pumps, air handling units, boilers, VAV boxes, variable frequency drives, water heaters and air compressors, etc.
- Daily coordination and communications with Property / Engineering Manager and/or Building Engineer regarding maintenance issues, work orders, budgets and tenant relationships.
- Coordination and communications with Day Porter / Janitorial Staff as necessary. May also be responsible to assist or fill-in for these team members if necessary. Including but not limited to tasks such as maintain the exterior grounds with trash pickup, empty all ashtrays & trash receptacles, sweep building entrance ways & assist with snow removal as needed.
- Daily coordination and communications with tenants, customers and building occupants.
- Responsible for ordering and maintaining an inventory of parts and supplies needed for the continuous operation of the facility.
- Maintain the cleanliness of equipment rooms
- Maintain and repair plumbing systems including, but not limited to:
- Restroom fixtures (toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets, flush valves, valves, dispensers, etc.)
- Sanitary and storm water drainage piping, traps, and ventsTenant equipment (sinks, faucets, garbage disposals, dishwashers, coffee makers, ice makers, etc.)
- Maintain and repair architectural systems and finishes including, but not limited to:
- Locks and door hardware
- Restroom partitioning systems
- Rails and barrier systems
- Minor repairs to ceiling, wall, and floor systems
- Minor repairs to tenant furniture systems
- Install pictures, signs, cabinets, racks, enclosures, etc.
- Properly record and maintain:
- Meter readings
- Service request forms
- Payroll time card
- Parts and material forms
- Mechanical room and equipment inspection logs
- Preventive maintenance forms
- Compose written, factual reports of occurrences and incidents on property
- Assume additional duties as delegated by Management
Job Requirements/Qualifications and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must have minimum of 1-2 years building maintenance experience ,commensurate with position being filled (i.e. high rise building, low rise, Maintenance Technician or assistant)
- Maintain professional appearance and manner at all times while at the property and maintain calm demeanor in emergency situations.
- Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
- Ability to work standing all day.
- Ability to use of olfactory, auditory and visual senses.
- Ability to utilize full manual dexterity (i.e. sitting, squatting, bending, crawling, kneeling, lifting, walking, manipulating tools with limbs extended).
- Basic working knowledge of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical control devices,basic hand tools, i.e., socket sets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, saws and hammers, etc.
- Ability to use basic measuring and recording equipment such as temperature indicators, pressure gauges, and voltage testers.
- Working conditions: Indoors – 80% and Outdoors – 20
- Must possess a current valid driver’s license with good driving record
- Ability to work safely and adhere to necessary job safety requirements, including but not limited to installing and operate rigging and lifting devices.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Additional Responsibilities: Will be required to work evenings, holidays and weekends to ensure proper work coverage. Hours are 10pm-6am
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Maintenance Director
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Regional Director, the primary responsibilities of the Maintenance Director include the overall maintenance/upkeep of the Senior Living Community (facility and grounds) including preventative maintenance, repairs and inspections.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ensure all aspects of the facility are in a good state of repair.
- Respond to work order requests on a daily basis.
- Partner with the Executive Director when contracting with any outside vendors.
- Maintain Unit Maintenance Log for each apartment.
- Monitors and maintains Building Inspection Schedule that includes preventative maintenance program and all required system inspections.
- On call 24 hours a day for emergency maintenance needs as authorized by Executive Director. If not available must arrange for back up coverage.
- Supervision of part-time, temporary, or contract personnel.
- Performs routine janitorial duties in order to keep building and grounds clean and neat.
- Snow removal and landscaping not performed by outside contractors.
- Performs routine inspections of interior and exterior of building.
- Perform mandatory annual unit inspections completing required documentation.
- Ensure the highest quality of customer service is available for the residents.
- Orders maintenance supplies and monitor inventory.
- Responsible for timely turnover of vacant apartments.
- Maintains dumpster area and monitor trash pickup.
Qualifications and Required Experience:
- Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, and general repair skills.
Other Requirements:
Essential Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Director.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
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Maintenance Assistant
Position Summary: The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for ensuring the daily maintenance and upkeep of the building and grounds of a Senior Living Community. Working closely with the Maintenance Director, this position will help with preventive maintenance work and special projects, as assigned. The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for assisting with providing a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents, guests and team members.
Qualifications & Required Experience:
- Basic general repair skills and knowledge building maintenance
- At least one-year maintenance work experience
- Prior experience in senior living or other healthcare related facility, is preferred
- Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ensure all aspects of the building are in a good state of repair
- Complete repair/maintenance work orders
- Prioritizes service requests and makes quality workmanship repairs in a timely manner
- Perform routine inspections of interior and exterior of building
- Carry out routine janitorial duties to keep building and grounds clean and neat
- Responsible for timely turnover of vacant apartments
- Maintain dumpster area and monitor trash pickup
- Log and date all equipment checks and tests, all preventive repair and routine replacement
- Ability to respond to emergency maintenance calls as instructed by the Maintenance Director
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Executive Director
Other Requirements:
Essential Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Assistant.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. Our job descriptions evolve with our business need and priorities. In addition to the description above, your role may include additional projects and team support as needed.
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Maintenance Assistant
**This requires candidates to float between 2 locations within 6 miles apart**
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Maintenance Director, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the overall maintenance/upkeep of the facility (building and grounds) including preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ensure all aspects of the facility are in a good state of repair.
- Respond to work order requests on a daily basis.
- Partner with the Executive Director when contracting with any outside vendors.
- Maintain Unit Maintenance Log for each apartment.
- Monitors and maintains Building Inspection Schedule that includes preventative maintenance program and all required system inspections.
- On call 24 hours a day for emergency maintenance needs as authorized by Executive Director. If not available must arrange for back up coverage.
- Supervision of part-time, temporary, or contract personnel.
- Performs routine janitorial duties in order to keep building and grounds clean and neat.
- Snow removal and landscaping not performed by outside contractors.
- Performs routine inspections of interior and exterior of building.
- Perform mandatory annual unit inspections completing required documentation.
- Ensure the highest quality of customer service is available for the residents.
- Orders maintenance supplies and monitor inventory.
- Responsible for timely turnover of vacant apartments.
- Maintains dumpster area and monitor trash pickup.
Qualifications and Required Experience:
- Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, and general repair skills.
Other Requirements:
Essential Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Director.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Other Requirements:
Essential Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Assistant.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
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Accounting Administrator
Job Function:
The Accounting Administrator is primarily responsible for providing accounting and administrative support to the operations team. In this role, the Accounting Administrator will support the following processes: work order management, setup customers and jobs in the job cost system, perform customer invoicing, and support departmental reporting.
Essential Functions:
Operations Support
- Work with department leaders to develop and support the department reporting needs by providing data and/or preparation of monthly reports, charts, and other presentation materials.
- Responsible for ongoing standardization of CMMS (Workspeed and TELS) software at the various customer sites.
- Prepare purchase requisitions, check requests, and review expense reports to ensure proper job costing.
- Support the bi-weekly payroll time capture process by reviewing and reconciling hours, performing ad-hoc approvals, and assisting in the troubleshooting of technical issues.
- Document management, scanning, filing, and general organization of department workload.
Accounting Support
- Perform department invoicing tasks using various modules of the Sage 300 accounting system, including Service Management, Contracts, and Accounts Receivable.
- Perform daily review of work orders in Service Management that are completed for billing. Manage work order statuses to ensure 72-hour billing time metric is maintained.
- Perform Contract Administrator functions that includes Job and contract setup, management, estimates, bill rates, and expirations.
- Perform Job Cost reporting, prepare Work-In-Process schedules, reconcile jobs-in-progress, and report results weekly.
Job Requirements/Qualifications:
Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Facilities Management, or similar preferred
- 2+ years’ experience in within Facilities Management industry preferred
- 3+ years of accounting support, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, or General Ledger. Job Cost and Financial reporting experience is a plus.
Skills:
- Self-motivated team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to work independently, handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, be detail oriented and apply sound business judgment.
- Experience with MS Office software required. Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with Sage 300 (Sage Timberline), Workspeed, or TELS is a plus.
- Ability to interact professionally with staff, customers, and vendors.
Psychological/Mental/Physical Requirements:
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret forms, signs and product instructions. Ability to speak clearly and interpret verbal communication.
- Ability to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items.
- Ability with vision to use close vision, depth perception, and to adjust focus.
- Ability to sit for long periods of time while working at the computer.
Maintenance Director
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Regional Director, the primary responsibilities of the Maintenance Director include the overall maintenance/upkeep of the Senior Living Community (facility and grounds) including preventative maintenance, repairs and inspections.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ensure all aspects of the facility are in a good state of repair.
- Respond to work order requests on a daily basis.
- Partner with the Executive Director when contracting with any outside vendors.
- Maintain Unit Maintenance Log for each apartment.
- Monitors and maintains Building Inspection Schedule that includes preventative maintenance program and all required system inspections.
- On call 24 hours a day for emergency maintenance needs as authorized by Executive Director. If not available must arrange for back up coverage.
- Supervision of part-time, temporary, or contract personnel.
- Performs routine janitorial duties in order to keep building and grounds clean and neat.
- Snow removal and landscaping not performed by outside contractors.
- Performs routine inspections of interior and exterior of building.
- Perform mandatory annual unit inspections completing required documentation.
- Ensure the highest quality of customer service is available for the residents.
- Orders maintenance supplies and monitor inventory.
- Responsible for timely turnover of vacant apartments.
- Maintains dumpster area and monitor trash pickup.
Qualifications and Required Experience:
- Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, and general repair skills.
Other Requirements:
Essential Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Director.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Maintenance Assistant-Part Time
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Maintenance Director, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the overall maintenance/upkeep of the physical plant (building and grounds) including preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ensure all aspects of the building are in a good state of repair.
- Respond to maintenance requests on a daily basis.
- Employ proficiency with software applications/programs/tools used by American House for Maintenance position.
- Maintain Unit Maintenance Log for each apartment.
- Monitor and maintain Building Inspection Schedule that includes preventative maintenance program and all required system inspections.
- Remain on call 24 hours a day for emergency maintenance needs.
- Perform routine janitorial duties in order to keep building and grounds clean and neat.
- Snow removal and landscaping not performed by outside contractors.
- Supervision of part-time, temporary, or contract personnel.
- Perform routine inspections of interior and exterior of building.
- Perform mandatory annual unit inspections completing required documentation.
- Order maintenance supplies and monitor inventory.
- Responsible for timely turnover of vacant apartments.
- Maintain dumpster area and monitor trash pickup.
- Ensure the highest quality of customer service is available for our residents.
- Engage in prospective resident visits.
- Perform welcome orientation with new residents.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Required Experience:
- Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, and general repair skills.
Other Requirements:
Essential Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Assistant.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Landscape Construction Crew Leader
Job Requirements:
● 3+ years experience required in the Landscape industry.
● 2+ years required as a landscape construction foreman
● Skid steer, loader, and backhoe experience required.
● Operation of various types of dump trucks/trailers required
● Must have a basic knowledge of plant and tree names used in the region.
● Must have a basic knowledge of landscape construction techniques
○ Bed installation
○ Patio / Brick Paver Installation
○ Retaining wall construction
○ Outdoor Kitchen Installation
○ Tree Installation / Tree staking
○ Flower/Plant bed border/edging installation
○ Irrigation Experience preferred
● The ability to lift 50lbs or more throughout the day
● The Ability to work quickly with quality results is required.
● Snow Plow Experience required
● During snow removal season you must be willing to work all hours of the day while on call 24/7.
Duties and Responsibilities:
● working on projects of various sizes and complexity, performing various landscaping functions such as:
○ landscape renovations,
○ Tree and shrub planting
○ Irrigation maintenance, repairs and occasional installation
○ Mulch Installation
○ Retaining wall installation
● Related equipment maintenance and documentation of daily tasks and schedules will be required.
● During snow removal season responsibilities may include plowing of commercial parking lots,
managing and helping walkway shovelers, and deicing/
salting of commercial parking lots.
Requirements:
● Must possess a valid license
● Must be able to pass Background Check
● Must be able to pass Drug Test
Landscape Construction Crew Leader
Job Requirements:
● 4+ years experience required in the Landscape industry.
● 2+ years required as a landscape construction foreman
● Skid steer, loader, and backhoe experience required.
● Operation of various types of dump trucks/trailers required
● Must have a basic knowledge of plant and tree names used in the region.
● Must have a basic knowledge of landscape construction techniques
○ Bed installation
○ Patio / Brick Paver Installation
○ Retaining wall construction
○ Outdoor Kitchen Installation
○ Tree Installation / Tree staking
○ Flower/Plant bed border/edging installation
○ Irrigation Experience preferred
● The ability to lift 50lbs or more throughout the day
● The Ability to work quickly with quality results is required.
● Snow Plow Experience required
● During snow removal season you must be willing to work all hours of the day while on call 24/7.
Duties and Responsibilities:
● Include leading a team of 3-10 workers on projects of variuos sizes and complexity, performing various landscaping functions such as:
○ landscape renovations,
○ Tree and shrub planting
○ Irrigation maintenance, repairs and occasional installation
○ Mulch Installation
○ Retaining wall installation
● Related equipment maintenance and documentation of daily tasks and schedules will be required.
● During snow removal season responsibilities may include plowing of commercial parking lots,
managing and helping walkway shovelers, and deicing/
salting of commercial parking lots.
Requirements:
● Must possess a valid commercial CDL license
● Must be able to pass Background Check
● Must be able to pass Drug Test
Day Porter
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain the cleanliness of all floors, doors, walls, & glass in main lobby & common areas throughout the property.
- Keep all common area trash receptacles emptied.
- Maintain the cleanliness of all common area bathrooms, ensuring bathroom supplies are fully stocked and all restroom hardware such as soap dispensers and air fresheners are in proper working order.
- Maintain restroom plumbing including plunge and clean toilets as necessary.
- Maintain the exterior grounds with trash pickup, empty all ashtrays & trash receptacles, sweep building entrance ways & assist with snow removal as needed.
- Change light bulbs and ballasts; repair walls, paint and assist with building system repairs.
Job Requirements/Qualifications and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Five years prior experience (janitorial and/or maintenance). Experience in commercial office arena preferred.
Ability to work independently and be responsive to frequent schedule changes.
Ability to respond to tenant calls as needed
Ability to resolve customer issues
Must have prior experience with plumbing & electrical, painting and drywall repairs
Must possess excellent communication skills
Must be able to prioritize tasks and complete duties timely
Must have knowledge of safety protocols related to commercial buildings
Must have basic understanding of computer systems and/or work order system
Must have a valid driver license with good driving record and reliable transportation
Physical requirements include climbing ladders, stooping, standing, bending, stretching and regularly lifting 50 pounds or more
Prefer management/team experience- leadership in janitorial a plus
Be courteous, neat, clean, and in proper uniform; always representing the Company in a professional, moral, and ethical manner.
Physical requirements include climbing, stooping, and frequently lifting 50 pounds or more.
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Lawn crew member/Leader
Minimum Qualifications:
- Able to line trim, able to edge, able to blow hard surfaces clean (after training + 30 days Probationary period)
- Knowledge of basic landscape equipment is needed
- Must be able to follow directions and be a productive part of a crew
- Punctuality is expected, and Dependability is expected
- The ability to lift 50lbs or more throughout the day
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, able to work in all weather conditions,
- The Ability to work quickly with quality results is required
- THIS POSITION REQUIRES HARD WORK ALL DAY LONG
Miminum requirements:
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must abide by all safety requirements and company handbook
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Will include turf cutting and weekly maintenance
- Maintaining multiple landscape sites under the guidance of a supervisor
- During snow removal season responsibilities may include clearing walkways with both shovel and/or snow blower, as well as applying deicing/
- salting materials to walkways/parking lots.
- During snow removal season you must be willing to work all hours of the day while on call 24/7
- Maintaining a safe work environment
- Assisting the supervisor as needed
Lawn crew member
Minimum Qualifications:
- Able to line trim, able to edge, able to blow hard surfaces clean (after training + 30 days Probationary period)
- Knowledge of basic landscape equipment is needed
- Must be able to follow directions and be a productive part of a crew
- Punctuality is expected, and Dependability is expected
- The ability to lift 50lbs or more throughout the day
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, able to work in all weather conditions,
- The Ability to work quickly with quality results is required
- THIS POSITION REQUIRES HARD WORK ALL DAY LONG
Miminum requirements:
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must abide by all safety requirements and company handbook
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Will include turf cutting and weekly maintenance
- Maintaining multiple landscape sites under the guidance of a supervisor
- During snow removal season responsibilities may include clearing walkways with both shovel and/or snow blower, as well as applying deicing/
- salting materials to walkways/parking lots.
- During snow removal season you must be willing to work all hours of the day while on call 24/7
- Maintaining a safe work environment
- Assisting the supervisor as needed
Horticulture Detail Assistant
Miminum Qualifications:
- 3+ months 2 years experience required in Grounds Care
- Should have basic knowledge of landscape construction techniques
- Should have basic knowledge of plant maintenance and grounds
- Punctuality is expected and Dependability is expected
- Some experience with ladders preferred
- Some experience with holiday lighting preferred
- The ability to lift 50lbs or more throughout the day
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, able to work in all weather conditions,
- Knowledge of plant/tree pruning/care preferred
- The ability to lift 50lbs or more throughout the day
- Ability to work quickly with quality results is
Certification Requirements:
- Must possess a valid license
- Must be able to pass Background Check
- Must be able to pass Drug Test
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Working on projects of various sizes and complexity, performing various landscaping/grounds care functions
- Maintaining multiple landscape sites under the guidance of a supervisor
- During snow removal season you must be willing to work all hours of the day while on call 24/7
- During snow removal season responsibilities may include clearing driveways & parking lots with both plow and/or snow blower, as well as applying deicing/salting materials to walkways/parking
- Maintaining a safe work environment
- Along with training crews on specific site needs, equipment handling, safety issues, maintenance of equipment and various documentation of daily tasks and schedules
Horticulture Detail Crew Leader
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2+ years experience required in Grounds Care including knowledge of local plant species
- Must have a basic knowledge of landscape construction techniques
- Bed installation
- Tree staking
- Flower/Plant bed border/edging installation & care
- Must have an extensive knowledge of plant maintenance and grounds
- Must have an extensive knowledge of
- local plant watering needs
- fertilization needs
- insect and disease control
- Punctuality is expected and Dependability is expected
- Experience with ladders required
- Experience with holiday lighting preferred
- The ability to lift 50lbs or more throughout the day
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, able to work in all weather conditions,
- Must have extensive knowledge of plant/tree pruning/care
- The ability to lift 50lbs or more throughout the day
- Ability to work quickly with quality results is
Certification Requirements:
- Must possess a valid chauffeur's license
- Fertilization/Pesticide License required
- NALP Certified Landscape Technician within 12 months of hire date
Job Function:
Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate all aspects of the exterior services operations. Management of separate departments, landscape installation, fertilization, irrigation, maintenance, seasonal display and snow and ice management within the exterior division and their supervisors, foreman and technicians. Create work schedules along with scheduling of staff and associated daily work. Ensures that all work performed conforms to specifications and within budgeted guidelines. Establish and administer operating policy and procedures that will ensure adequate performance and personnel safety. Effectively and clearly communicate with clients, vendors, staff, subcontractors, and management. Oversees division’s procurement of all essential materials.
Essential Functions:
- Oversight of multiple crews, work allocation, problem resolution and technical
- Hiring, coaching, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution of exterior services crew members.
- Long term and daily planning and organization of snow & ice management, landscape maintenance, landscape construction, seasonal color, and special services work.
- Develop, implement and enforce standardized operating policy and
- Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies and
- Manage and coordinate workflow between each division and their respective
- Oversee production and completion of site work within deadline
- Measure and maintain high level of production while limiting or reducing operating expenses to increase profitability by tracking manpower and resource
- Ensure conformance to specifications, standards, and contract
- Operations staff development, training, and mentoring to improve employee competency and job satisfaction. Demonstrate a positive role model for others to follow while creating a positive team Influence/mentor others to achieve high level of performance.
- Investigate work related complaints in order to verify problems and to determine responses and corrective action if necessary.
- Identify pests/disorders affecting landscaping and provide appropriate
- Continuously look for ways to improve and promote quality and apply means/methods to improve Keep up to date on technology and
- available Provide recommended changes in order to increase efficiency and or quality of work. Continue to educate and improve upon industry knowledge through trade organizations, etc.
- Oversee the accuracy of employee’s time sheets and daily work
- Periodically and proactively visit sites to confirm that quality is
- Provide oversight in areas such as proper operation of equipment, horticultural practices, landscape design, and flower design.
- Monitors progress toward business objectives and adjusts business plans as necessary to achieve them.
- Looks for ways to improve efficiency, solve problems and overcome barriers for success.
- Encourage the open expression of ideas and opinions and values
- Oversight of subcontractors for conformance to standards and development of
- Management of preventative maintenance programs of equipment and
- Establish exceptional relationships with customers. Establish weekly customer contact and communication to keep clients informed of projects and changes to on-going services.
- Take charge in emergency and extraordinary situations and ensure appropriate personal response and proper operations of emergency and life safety
- Works closely with Director of Operations and related support
- Compliment and reinforce the Corporate strategic goals;
- Having proud, highly satisfied and committed employees and team
- Customers will choose us above all
- Systems and processes will be in place, work will flow smoothly, producing continuous improvement.
Additional Responsibilities:
Assist director as required in completing design, estimates and sales. Conduct regular staff meetings. Assist in the annual budget planning process.
Winter Operations Requirement:
- Function as branch snow coordinator managing all in house and service partners for the branch location. This position includes, but not limited to the following: planning snow events, implement safety compliance with team members, inventory, training and ensuring daily reporting is completed for billing purposes.
- Function as the Fermi 2 Operations Manager
- Badged for Fermi nuclear plant as back up for the ground
- Ensure the fleet is properly maintained 24/7 during the winter
- Achieve SIMA ASM certification within 6 months of hire date
Job Requirements/Qualifications:
- High school graduate and 4 years of college degree, or a minimum of 2 years in specialized training. Achieve SIMA ASM and pesticide applicators certification within 6 months of hire date. Achieve NALP Certified Landscape Technician within 12 months.
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in the green industry/snow and ice management related to large commercial / corporate facilities ground operations and maintenance, with progressive supervisory
- Solid knowledge and understanding of horticultural practices/services, plant/pest identification, industry related equipment, and landscape
- Must be proficient in the use of a personal computer and related
- Formal training and trade related certifications a must including certified lawn applicators license.
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems or Software systems is desired. 360 Facility is preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and
- Ability to interact with co-workers, staff, tenants, contractors, and the general public in a professional and positive manager.
- Ability to effectively multi-task and directly manage projects while meeting time
- Ability to investigate and analyze information and solve problems in a timely
- Expert knowledge and understanding of the green industry/snow and ice management services.
- Ability to read and analyze drawings, specifications, blueprints and technical
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, climb ladders, work in hazardous environments, such as construction sites, and work in all types of
- Must possess current Michigan driver’s license and maintain satisfactory driving record. CDL certification preferred.
- Must submit to, and successfully pass, background checks: including drug, credit and criminal history.
- Will be required to sign a confidentiality
- Be available to work 24/7 with the ability to respond quickly and with a sense of
Day Porter- Building Maintenance
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain the cleanliness of all floors, doors, walls, & glass in main lobby & common areas throughout the property.
- Keep all common area trash receptacles emptied.
- Maintain the cleanliness of all common area bathrooms, ensuring bathroom supplies are fully stocked and all restroom hardware such as soap dispensers and air fresheners are in proper working order.
- Maintain restroom plumbing including plunge and clean toilets as necessary.
- Maintain the exterior grounds with trash pickup, empty all ashtrays & trash receptacles, sweep building entrance ways & assist with snow removal as needed.
- Change light bulbs and ballasts; repair walls, paint and assist with building system repairs.
Job Requirements/Qualifications and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Five years prior experience (janitorial and/or maintenance). Experience in commercial office arena preferred.
Ability to work independently and be responsive to frequent schedule changes.
Ability to respond to tenant calls as needed
Ability to resolve customer issues
Must have prior experience with plumbing & electrical, painting and drywall repairs
Must possess excellent communication skills
Must be able to prioritize tasks and complete duties timely
Must have knowledge of safety protocols related to commercial buildings
Must have basic understanding of computer systems and/or work order system
Must have a valid driver license with good driving record and reliable transportation
Physical requirements include climbing ladders, stooping, standing, bending, stretching and regularly lifting 50 pounds or more
Prefer management/team experience- leadership in janitorial a plus
Be courteous, neat, clean, and in proper uniform; always representing the Company in a professional, moral, and ethical manner.
Physical requirements include climbing, stooping, and frequently lifting 50 pounds or more.
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Maintenance Assistant- Full time
Position Summary: The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for ensuring the daily maintenance and upkeep of the building and grounds of a specific American House Senior Living Community. Working closely with the Maintenance Director, this position will help with preventive maintenance work and special projects, as assigned. The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for assisting with providing a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents, guests and team members.
Qualifications & Required Experience:
- Basic general repair skills and knowledge building maintenance
- At least one-year maintenance work experience
- Prior experience in senior living or other healthcare related facility, is preferred
- Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ensure all aspects of the building are in a good state of repair
- Complete repair/maintenance work orders
- Prioritizes service requests and makes quality workmanship repairs in a timely manner
- Perform routine inspections of interior and exterior of building
- Carry out routine janitorial duties to keep building and grounds clean and neat
- Responsible for timely turnover of vacant apartments
- Maintain dumpster area and monitor trash pickup
- Log and date all equipment checks and tests, all preventive repair and routine replacement
- Ability to respond to emergency maintenance calls as instructed by the Maintenance Director
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Executive Director
Other Requirements:
Essential Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Assistant.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, bend, stretch, pull or push and lift items
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. Our job descriptions evolve with our business need and priorities. In addition to the description above, your role may include additional projects and team support as needed.
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Mobile Day Porter Retail Maintenance
*$500 SIGN ON BONUS TO JOIN OUR TEAM!!!!*
($500 after 90 days of employment)
**This position requires the ability to travel to various property locations within Down river area- Allen Park/Canton and Westland**
Job Function:
The primary goal of this position is to maintain and provide high quality service to commercial customers, tenants and property managers. Including all common areas of the properties and make necessary repairs or advise management of services needed to ensure and maintain working order and cleanliness of the allocated property at all times.
Job Responsibilities
- Inspection of mechanical equipment.
- Maintain log operating conditions of equipment.
- Prioritize and complete assigned work orders.
- Coordinate work activities of contractors and assist them with isolation of building systems as necessary.
- Monitor contractors for proper workmanship and report any deficiencies.
- Maintain the buildings mechanical equipment via preventative maintenance program.
- Coordination with property manager on maintenance issues, work orders and tenant relationships.
- Must be available for after-hours emergency and maintenance and response functions.
- When working in inclement weather it is expected that improvements on the property should still be focused on. Example….Vacant window washing, check fire riser rooms, check the panels in fire riser rooms, making sure heat is going in fire riser rooms/vacant spaces during the winter months, check to make sure heat is off during warm weather months. Check inside tenant spaces/vacant spaces while it is raining to make sure there is no leaks inside the space. Winter months check for ice in front of store fronts, salt if necessary.
Job Requirements
- Must have general maintenance and operations experience with basic understanding of electrical systems, plumbing, roofing systems and pipefitting, and landscaping and interior maintenance and repairs as applies to retail property.
- Familiarity with preventive maintenance related to above systems.
- Knowledge of general building maintenance and repair including but not limited to, doors & locks, lighting, and carpentry.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and control diagrams.
- Must have ability to diagnose building systems issues.
- Experience using standard office computing systems including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Great written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent driving record required.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in maintenance
- Must be able to climb ladders.
- Ability to use Microsoft outlook to send and receive email communications.
- Ability to work independently and request help if needed.
Typical Assignment(s)
- Day to day general maintenance of the common areas of shopping center including but not limited to: Trash removal and pick-up and disposal of misc. debris; window cleaning; power washing; painting and parking lot; landscaping needs and hard surface R&M.
- Day; Weekly; Quarterly and Annual Inspections as assigned by Property Manager of Roof Systems including but not limited to; Tenant Spaces; Vacant Spaces; General Structural Inspections; Irrigation system Inspection; parking lot lighting and signage inspection; Landscape Utility inspection (Plumbing; Electrical and Gas). Inspect and report damage or non-compliance of issues address or contract for needed repairs within budget and approval guidelines for the center.
- Coordinate and Monitor contractors on-site to ensure completion of contracted work, inspect completed work.
- Daily Liability and Safety inspections of the centers general common areas to address trip & fall and other related hazards.
- Communication with Property Manager and Retail maintenance lead on property needs, tenant requests and updates on assignments.
- Provide access to building as necessary for Leasing, Construction, Tenants and property manager
* no agency- must go thru Continuum Recruiter * Bonus will be paid after completion of 90 days employment
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