Janitorial and Maintenance Specialist

Bittersweet Farms, a world-renowned leader in serving adults and adolescents with autism located in Whitehouse, Ohio, is seeking a Janitorial & Maintenance Specialist customarily working first shift hours, however, needs may arise outside of regular hours, such as snow removal needs or maintenance emergencies. This full time position will perform various janitorial, maintenance and grounds keeping functions within the facilities of Bittersweet while assisting in the maintenance department as needed. Responsibilities Include:

  • Provide an effective and operational schedule (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.,) on all janitorial responsibilities to ensure cleanliness of all areas of Bittersweet including deep-cleaning projects and sanitizing in residential homes and office buildings
  • General cleaning duties will include cleaning floors, bathrooms, disinfecting, dusting, polishing, trash removal, laundry, furniture cleaning, windows, walls, doors, ceilings, kitchen area and appliances, carpets and other areas as identified
  • Assisting the Facilities Coordinator with any maintenance projects/paperwork and perform preventative maintenance as requested
  • Light maintenance duties will include upkeep of pool, snow removal, painting, ability to operate power tools and motorized equipment, and general building maintenance.
  • Order and maintain janitorial supply inventory
  • Make rounds throughout the shift to ensure public areas are clean and tidy
  • Meet and exceed cleaning standards required for yearly state Medicaid/state inspections and health department inspections
  • Maintain a positive and professional attitude toward co-workers, individuals served and visitors

The right candidate must have a High School Diploma or equivalent experience, one or more years of experience with housekeeping/janitorial related work and general maintenance preferred, ability to follow written and oral instruction, actively demonstrate computer skills in regard to Microsoft Office Suite, ability to operate a variety of household appliances and power equipment, ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds, positions self to bend, crouch, twist, stand for long periods of time and walk extensively.

Full benefit package offered including medical, dental, vision, life, 401K, short term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, cell phone discount and Employer Resource Network (ERN) assistance.

Please visit our website at www.bittersweetfarms.org to complete an application.  You may email your cover letter and resume to: [email protected], fax them to 419-875-5593, or mail them to Bittersweet, Inc., 12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Road, Whitehouse, OH 43571.