Caretaker

Thies & Talle Management, Inc., a leading property management company with over forty years of experience in the multi-housing industry, is now hiring a Full-time, 30 hours per week, Caretaker to work at two of our apartment communities located in St. Francis & Princeton, MN.

Caretaking duties include light yard maintenance and cleaning of apartment turnovers and common areas. Some night & weekend hours required. Must be reliable. Equal Opportunity Employer

SUMMARY: The person in the Caretaker position provides cleaning and minor maintenance of all buildings on-site for which he/she is responsible, including maintaining the lawn and the surrounding property. The Caretaker communicates regularly and effectively with residents, staff, and all levels of management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans all common areas and leasing office.
• Cleans vacant units and prepares units for new occupancy. This includes cleaning all appliances, cabinets, cupboards, heating registers, light fixtures, blinds, closets, etc.
• Picks-up trash on property and maintains clean and safe exterior environment.
• Performs snow and ice removal including snowblowing, shoveling, and putting down salt, using a pick to remove ice build-up on sidewalks and walkways, parking lots, roofs, and common spaces.
• Keeps parking areas clean and well maintained.
• Notifies supervisor of any resident or safety issues.
• Interacts positively with residents to maintain good communication and resident relations.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately completes paperwork such as service requests and timesheets.
• Communicates with management on changes, maintenance needs and tenant issues.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS: The Caretaker reports to the Property Manager. The Caretaker does not supervise other employees.