Cleaning Services M-F 12p - 8:30p $15.24/hr.

This position is subject to random drug screening to include testing for marijuana.

Commitment to Citizen Service

Service encompasses all aspects of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian’s governmental operations. Every employee shares the responsibility to provide exemplary service, dignity, and respect to all Tribal Citizens, the Tribal Council, and staff members. To this end, all employees have an obligation to identify and report any service problems, issues, or concerns and through designated channels, initiate, recommend, and actively participate in solutions.

Position Summary: Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition. Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish.

Essential Functions:

• Perform routine maintenance activities of all Tribal facilities including rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, bathhouses, cabins, furniture, rugs/carpet, window coverings, counter tops, etc.
• Service, clean, and replenish bathroom supplies including sharps container supplies.
• Gather and empty trash in waste disposal areas and dispose of waste from sharps container program to an approved red bag and medical waste treatment location.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors. Follow procedures for the use power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Dump, change water, and sterilize portables sinks in Health Services Department.
• Clean glass partitions, and mirrors.
• Clean Elders Housing and other tribal properties before and after resident moves.
• Assist with set up of tables and facilities for miscellaneous Department meetings and the set-up of the Community Services building for events and meetings.
• Maintain a safe workplace; monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and plumbing repairs and/or notify Lead Facilities Housekeeper concerning the need for repairs.
• Work collaboratively with Department teams (both in the Housing and Facilities Department and other Departments) to ensure services are provided and the highest levels of service are maintained.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Assist with air conditioner loan program by delivering units to users.
• Assist with inventory and requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Attend various Tribal events to maintain facilities during events.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Equipment:

• Two-way radios, floor polishers, floor scrubbers, floor strippers, vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacuum.
• Uniform required.
• Protective gear required (handling chemicals, handling maintenance of Sharps containers).

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong sense of service required.
• Experience in janitorial or housekeeping required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet insurance requirements to utilize Pokagon Band vehicles.

Indian Preference:

• Pokagon Band Preference Code applies.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to use hands and fingers to operate equipment.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, and crawl.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and push/pull heavier equipment.

Work Environment:

• General office environment. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
• Local travel is necessary, so the ability to travel as needed is required.

Competencies:

• Adaptability
• Ensuring Accountability
• Quality Focus
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Teamwork