Job Description
Job Description
About the Affordable Housing Alliance:
Founded in 1991 to address the overwhelming need for affordable housing in Monmouth County, the Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA) has grown from a small $25,000 grant into a multi million dollar annual operation and powerhouse non-profit. In our decades of service, we've developed over 600 affordable housing units with a strong pipeline fueling future growth. Our passionate team of difference-makers guides residents through every step of the housing journey - from homelessness prevention and rental assistance, to homebuyer education and foreclosure counseling.
At the Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA), we believe that safe, decent and affordable housing is a fundamental human right. Everyone deserves to feel secure, comfortable and supported in the place they call home. As a catalyst for change in our community, the AHA strives to uphold this right by providing comprehensive housing services and solutions for all who need it most.
Our Core Values
● Integrity - We demonstrate honesty and unwavering ethical conduct in all of our actions. At the AHA, we build trust through transparency and hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards.
● Hope - We meet each person where they are in their unique journey with genuine understanding. By offering tangible assistance, we nurture hope and empower individuals to build their path forward.
● Adaptability - We embrace change as an opportunity to innovate and grow stronger. At the AHA, we respond dynamically to evolving community needs, turning challenges into possibilities for those we serve.
● Community Service - We dedicate ourselves to uplifting others and improving lives through meaningful action. At the AHA, we create positive change by empowering individuals, fostering independence, and building a more vibrant community for all.
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JOB TITLE: Caretaker
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Property Management
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
This document is intended to describe the general duties required for this position. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of duties, skills and responsibilities.
This is a live-in position. Compensation includes an efficiency cottage at Millstone House in Millstone plus a $200 bi-weekly stipend.
JOB SUMMARY:
The role involves providing site access for vendors and visitors, addressing minor maintenance issues, and reporting major concerns to the Director of Property Management. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, preparing vacant rooms, managing inventory and purchases, responding to emergencies, and overseeing lawn care and snow removal. The individual serves as the primary contact for tenants, addressing concerns and enforcing building rules while maintaining accurate records and documentation to ensure the property's smooth operation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:
- Meets with vendors, inspectors, visitors, etc. and provide access to site as appropriate
- Responds to minor maintenance problems and relates major maintenance concerns to the Director of Property Management. Performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning common areas, replacing light bulbs, unclogging drains, and making minor repairs to rooms and facilities.
- Preparing vacant rooms for new tenants by cleaning, making necessary repairs, and ensuring the rooms meet the required standards for occupancy.
- Recommend purchase needs in accordance with the prescribed budget. Maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies, maintenance tools, and other necessary items for the building's operations.
- Reporting of and assisting with emergency situations such as fires, plumbing issues, or other critical incidents, and coordinating with appropriate staff, authorities or service providers as needed.
- Address Lawn Maintenance
- Address snow removal and salting of sidewalks, stairs and other exterior surfaces. Logs snow removal efforts
- Perform cleaning of bathrooms, hallways and in all common areas including light fixtures
- Maintains site security and responds to emergencies.
- Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, room keys, tenant information, and other relevant data related to the building's operations.
- Maintains laundry facilities
- Serving as the primary point of contact for tenants, addressing their concerns or complaints, enforcing building rules and regulations, and mediating conflicts between residents when necessary.
- Posts local activities and resident services
- Performs other duties as assigned and/or necessary to ensure the safe and continued operation of the property
- Maintains building inspection reports, registrations, fire certificates and other documentation
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:
- One year of experience in dwelling maintenance
- Valid New Jersey Driver’s license
- Capacity to climb stairs, access crawl spaces and attics and lift up to 50 pounds without injury
- Ability to utilize machinery such as lawn mowers, weed whackers, snow blowers, etc.
- Capacity to respond to and repair minor maintenance problems such as unclog toilets, fix light fixtures and switches, change light bulbs, leaky faucets, door locks, install blinds, etc.
- Willingness to enforce house rules and regulations
- Hours are on call/as needed
UPON EMPLOYMENT:
- Ability to pass a drug test.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- If required to drive an agency vehicle, NJ driver’s license in good standing with no more than six (6) points.
This document is intended to describe the general duties required for this position. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of duties, skills and responsibilities