Facilities Associate I

Salary Description: NonExempt $20.26 $28.39/hour depending on experience.

Who We Are: Established in 1980 with a vision to create urban housing opportunities Bellwether Housing has been a trailblazer in transforming lives. By breaking down housing barriers weve empowered individuals and families especially those from marginalized communities. As we continue to make a lasting impact were embarking on an ambitious mission to build and acquire 2500 homes by 2025. This is your opportunity to be part of our dynamic team and help shape the future of affordable housing!

Position Overview: Are you ready to be a pivotal part of fostering thriving communities Were seeking an enthusiastic Facilities Associate I to join the team at The Arbora Court Apartments which provides vital housing to those qualifying under the LowIncome Tax Credit Programs. The Facilities Associate I is responsible for conducting routine groundskeeping and janitorial and ensuring the cleanliness and appearance of Bellwether properties. This includes being aware of the basic cleaning functions and issues that arise during the day.

Work Schedule: Onsite Monday Friday 7:30 am 4:00 pm or 8:00 am 4:30 pm. The final schedule is to be determined by the supervisor.

Your Impact:

• Clean the property common areas and grounds.
• Clean and prepare apartment units for rental.
• Complete rounds of the property and perform cleaning tasks as needed.
• Learning to complete routine general maintenance requests in building and apartment units.
• Track inventory of supplies and parts used to complete work and report to supervisor when replenishment is needed.
• Assist building staff and other maintenance staff in responding to seasonal conditions such as clearing snow ice or leaves to maintain safe walkways.
• Attend scheduled team meetings.
• Assist the building staff in completing routine inspections in apartment units.
• Refer resident concerns to the Property Manager and Maintenance Manager.
• Follow and comply with Bellwether safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• Willingness and aptitude to learn basic cleaning and maintenance skills.
• One year of prior custodial experience in a residential setting or two years custodial experience in a public or private facility.
• Ability to complete strenuous work.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to safely operate power tools (i.e. pressure washers) and cleaning chemicals.
• High school diploma GED or equivalent education or experience preferred.

What We Offer: Bellwether Housing is your platform for growth empowerment and purpose. When you join our team you will receive:

• Competitive compensation accompanied by a generous benefits package.
• Medical dental and vision insurance.
• A 403(b)retirement plan with an employer match guiding you towards a prosperous future
• Fuel for your personal and professional development with up to $1500 in employerpaid continuing education per year.
• An ORCA Transit Pass to navigate the city with ease.
• Up to 27 paid days off in your first year and 8 paid office closure days.
• The chance to be part of a transformative mission leaving a mark on the lives of those we serve in our communities.

At Bellwether Housing you will elevate your career in a role thats as rewarding as it is impactful where youll be part of a movement that is helping shape the future of affordable housing in Seattle and where diversity equity and inclusion are the pillars of our success.

Note: This role requires successful completion of a background check in accordance with Seattles Fair Chance Employment Ordinance.

Bellwether Housing is an equalopportunity employer. We will not discriminate based on race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We support the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to reasonably accommodate all qualified applicants and employees by providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities.

To request Reasonable Accommodation for the application or interview process please contact . Bellwether Housing is dedicated to building a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace. We value having employees whose skills experiences and backgrounds reflect the populations we serve. We are committed to being an antiracist organization while acknowledging we have a long way to go. You can learn more about our DEI work on our website.