New South Parking – Janitor

Company Location

New South Parking is the transportation service provider for the New Orleans International Airport located in Kenner, Louisiana.  Our administrative offices are located directly across the street from the New Orleans International Airport on the ground floor of the Long Term Parking Garage.

Scope of Position

The Janitor position is responsible for providing facility maintenance duties and customer interface at various facilities or locations.  It may also include cash handling responsibilities.  

Essential Functions

To perform the Janitor position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily and with little supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Customer Service
·         Always wear a clean uniform with id badge visible

·         Always smile and greet each customer

·         Always speak clearly, saying “please” and “thank you”

·         Assist customers with any problems

·         Report any suspicious activities to Security as soon as possible

·         Always remain confident, alert and responsible

·         Seek assistance when dealing with a customer dispute

·         Answer the telephone in a courteous and efficient manner

 Cash Handling
·         Perform cashier duties based on the needs of the operation

·         Always count the change back aloud to each customer

·         Be careful and accurate at all times

·         Issue a ticket each time cash is collected from a customer at a non-spitter location

·         Cash must balance with tickets at the end of each shift

·         Prepare and properly record cash drops and keep cash on hand to a minimum

·         Follow all other cash and ticket handling procedures

Maintenance

Equipment Service

·         Check ticket spitters and gates daily for proper operations, ticket supply, accuracy of time on clock and general appearance of facilities

·         Verify maintenance schedule for daily projects to be completed

·         Check equipment for belt condition, lubrication levels, oil levels, pulley condition and gate conditions

·         Check condition of safety items such as foam padding on gate arms and ensure clearance bars are secure

Housekeeping

·         Walk garage daily noting and correcting any maintenance problems

·         Sweep and pick up around the entrances and exits to the garage and stairwells

·         Clean surface area rails, etc. on all levels, the booth, the office and rest rooms

·         Empty all trash cans in the garage, the booth and the office

·         Paint poles, curbs, equipment, gates and lanes when requested

·         Pick up signs when requested

·         Replace burned out light bulbs

·         Apply oil absorbent to oil spills

General

·         Submit requests for repairs and maintenance

·         Provide ticket and record gate counters to the Manager

·         Keep an inventory of janitorial supplies

·         Maintain a garage sweep sheet

·         Relieve the cashier for breaks and meals

·         Perform any task assigned to you by a manager or supervisor

·         Follow all procedures as outlined in the Location Rules

Starting Pay Rate

The starting pay rate for the Janitor position is $12.00 hourly.

Sign On Bonus

The individual selected to the Janitor position may earn up to an additional $750 in a sign on bonus with a $250 payout every thirty (30) days for the first three (3) months of employment. 

Individuals formerly employed by New South Parking and Global Parking Systems are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an individual encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of the Janitor position:

·         The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

·         Some duties of the position are performed outdoors where the temperatures are diverse

·         Some position duties are performed indoors in an office setting where the temperatures are controlled

Position Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the Janitor position: 

·         Strong customer service skills

·         Ability to push, pull and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds

·         Ability to comply with company’s policies and procedures

·         Ability to speak clearly, write legibly, perform basic calculations and work well other employees

·         Ability to work weekends and holidays

·         Willingness to work outside in extreme weather conditions (cold, hot, rainy)

·         Possess a valid Louisiana driver’s license and no driving violations within the last two (2) years

·         Experience driving a standard (manual/stick shift) and an automatic transmission vehicle

·         Consistently arrive at work and on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrive at meetings and appointments on time

·         Ability to effectively communicate in English (speak, read, write) with customers, co-workers and management to their understanding

Position Schedule and Availability

The individual selected to Janitor position must be available to work the full-time shift as listed below:  

·         Sunday – Thursday from 2:30p – 10:30p including holidays

The facility or lot location, schedule and shift may be subject to change to meet operational and/or client needs.

Certifications and Licenses

The individual selected to the Janitor position must possess:

·          A valid Louisiana driver’s license and must not have been issued any type of driving violations within the last two (2) years

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be me by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the Janitor position: 

·         Ability to walk for extended periods

·         Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time (up to 6 or 8 hours, less break)

·         Ability to perform cleaning duties that may require stooping, bending, and other similar range of motions

·         Ability to withstand working with dust, chemicals, and other possible irritants

·         Ability to withstand extreme temperatures

·         Ability to perform duties while standing on a ladder

·         Ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds (signs)

Educational Requirements

The individual selected to Janitor position must possess:

·          A high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)