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Building & Grounds Specialist
Minneapolis, MN
Job Description
July 23, 2015
Career Opportunity
Position openings:
Building & Grounds Specialist
Job #15-23 (Updated)
There are multiple openings some positions are non-driving
Applications Accepted Division:
Location:
Salary:
through:
Low Income MPHA Properties in North $16.29/hour
Open until filled Public Housing and South Minneapolis plus benefits
All applicants must submit Position Summary:
a MPHA employment Perform routine janitorial duties in highrise building common areas,
application. offices, restrooms, maintenance shops, and elevators. Duties
include cleaning and dusting furniture, washing windows and walls,
Applications may be shampooing carpets, cleaning upholstered furniture, and sweeping,
obtained online at:
mopping, stripping, waxing, and buffing floors. Prepare vacant
www.mphaonline.org highrise, scattered site, and/or row house dwelling units for rental.
Respond to requests for custodial or light maintenance services
such as changing light bulbs, electrical outlet/switch covers, and
For questions, or to obtain
smoke alarms. Performs on-call, after-hours duty as assigned.
an application by mail,
please call:
Also performs exterior grounds maintenance duties including lawn
(612) 342-1442. and garden care, removing leaves and debris from grounds,
shoveling and sanding walkways and exterior stairs, and trimming
Submit a completed hedges and shrubs using hand tools.
application form Minimum Requirements:
(may include a resume) to:
Qualified applicants must have a High School diploma or GED.
Some positions require a valid driver's license in state of
Minneapolis Public Housing Authority residence and daily access to reliable private transportation
Attn:
Human Resources (BGS) during the workday and when assigned to after-hours, on-
1001 Washington Ave N call duty; some positions are non-driving. One year or more
Minneapolis, MN 55401-1043 relevant work experience preferred. Must be considered insurable
by MPHA automobile insurance carrier and pass criminal
history/driver's license background check.
Essential Duties Include (but are not limited to):
1. Prepare vacant units for rental.
2. Perform routine janitorial duties.
3. Mow, trim, fertilize, and irrigate lawns. Remove weeds, rake
leaves. Plant and maintain shrubs and trees. Clean and flush
gutters and downspouts. Remove large trash items.
4. Perform minor building maintenance duties such as light bulb
replacement, electrical switch/outlet cover plate replacement.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Ability to read, write, and communicate proficiently in English, and follow directions.
2. Ability to operate power tools and equipment.
3. Basic janitorial skills.
4. Ability to perform physical, manual labor, including the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
5. Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
About Our Organization:
The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) is a public agency responsible for administering
public housing and Section 8 rent assistance programs for eligible individuals and families in
Minneapolis. A nine member Board of Commissioners governs MPHA. The Board Chairperson and
four Commissioners (one of whom is a public housing highrise resident) are appointed by the Mayor
of Minneapolis; four Commissioners (one of whom is a public housing family resident) are appointed
by the Minneapolis City Council.
About Our Low Income Public Housing Division:
The MPHA operates5,800 low-income housing apartments, townhomes, and scattered sites
located throughout the city of Minneapolis. MPHA is one of the largest public housing programs in the
country and has won many top national awards for design, innovation, and programming. MPHA has
been designated a high performer by the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the
past 15+ years. Property Management positions offer qualified professionals the opportunity to work
with a richly diverse population in a challenging and rewarding capacity.
Our Mission Statement:
The mission of the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority is to promote and deliver quality, well
managed homes to a diverse, low-income population and, with partners, contribute to the
well-being of the individuals, families, and community we serve.
Submit completed application (may include a resume) to:
Minneapolis Public Housing Authority
Attn:
Human Resources (BGS)
1001 Washington Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55401-1043
Applications accepted until positions are filled.
Career Opportunity
Position openings:
Building & Grounds Specialist
Job #15-23 (Updated)
There are multiple openings some positions are non-driving
Applications Accepted Division:
Location:
Salary:
through:
Low Income MPHA Properties in North $16.29/hour
Open until filled Public Housing and South Minneapolis plus benefits
All applicants must submit Position Summary:
a MPHA employment Perform routine janitorial duties in highrise building common areas,
application. offices, restrooms, maintenance shops, and elevators. Duties
include cleaning and dusting furniture, washing windows and walls,
Applications may be shampooing carpets, cleaning upholstered furniture, and sweeping,
obtained online at:
mopping, stripping, waxing, and buffing floors. Prepare vacant
www.mphaonline.org highrise, scattered site, and/or row house dwelling units for rental.
Respond to requests for custodial or light maintenance services
such as changing light bulbs, electrical outlet/switch covers, and
For questions, or to obtain
smoke alarms. Performs on-call, after-hours duty as assigned.
an application by mail,
please call:
Also performs exterior grounds maintenance duties including lawn
(612) 342-1442. and garden care, removing leaves and debris from grounds,
shoveling and sanding walkways and exterior stairs, and trimming
Submit a completed hedges and shrubs using hand tools.
application form Minimum Requirements:
(may include a resume) to:
Qualified applicants must have a High School diploma or GED.
Some positions require a valid driver's license in state of
Minneapolis Public Housing Authority residence and daily access to reliable private transportation
Attn:
Human Resources (BGS) during the workday and when assigned to after-hours, on-
1001 Washington Ave N call duty; some positions are non-driving. One year or more
Minneapolis, MN 55401-1043 relevant work experience preferred. Must be considered insurable
by MPHA automobile insurance carrier and pass criminal
history/driver's license background check.
Essential Duties Include (but are not limited to):
1. Prepare vacant units for rental.
2. Perform routine janitorial duties.
3. Mow, trim, fertilize, and irrigate lawns. Remove weeds, rake
leaves. Plant and maintain shrubs and trees. Clean and flush
gutters and downspouts. Remove large trash items.
4. Perform minor building maintenance duties such as light bulb
replacement, electrical switch/outlet cover plate replacement.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Ability to read, write, and communicate proficiently in English, and follow directions.
2. Ability to operate power tools and equipment.
3. Basic janitorial skills.
4. Ability to perform physical, manual labor, including the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
5. Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
About Our Organization:
The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) is a public agency responsible for administering
public housing and Section 8 rent assistance programs for eligible individuals and families in
Minneapolis. A nine member Board of Commissioners governs MPHA. The Board Chairperson and
four Commissioners (one of whom is a public housing highrise resident) are appointed by the Mayor
of Minneapolis; four Commissioners (one of whom is a public housing family resident) are appointed
by the Minneapolis City Council.
About Our Low Income Public Housing Division:
The MPHA operates5,800 low-income housing apartments, townhomes, and scattered sites
located throughout the city of Minneapolis. MPHA is one of the largest public housing programs in the
country and has won many top national awards for design, innovation, and programming. MPHA has
been designated a high performer by the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the
past 15+ years. Property Management positions offer qualified professionals the opportunity to work
with a richly diverse population in a challenging and rewarding capacity.
Our Mission Statement:
The mission of the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority is to promote and deliver quality, well
managed homes to a diverse, low-income population and, with partners, contribute to the
well-being of the individuals, families, and community we serve.
Submit completed application (may include a resume) to:
Minneapolis Public Housing Authority
Attn:
Human Resources (BGS)
1001 Washington Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55401-1043
Applications accepted until positions are filled.
Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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