Housekeeping Utility Technician- On-Call

Company: Channing House
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: March 6, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT US Channing House is a leading not-for-profit Life Plan Community in Palo Alto, founded in 1960. We believe that older adults thrive in a vibrant setting that supports active, engaged and healthy living. We provide a sustainable, innovative community that promotes this lifestyle, while embracing respect and dignity for all who live and work here. Our team of 170 staff members, from Front-Line to Leadership, drive the mission of Channing House, providing services to the 265 highly engaged residents who call Channing House their home. POSITION SUMMARY The Housekeeping Utility Technician position is primarily responsible for performing and overseeing a variety of janitorial, custodial, and/or security tasks to maintain clean and safe buildings and grounds. Together with the entire team at Channing House, your role contributes to promoting a healthy and vibrant home for our residents. The Housekeeping Utility Technician demonstrates our Core Values: Do the right thing; Be a team player; Focus on quality; Adapt to change. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES This position will be responsible for, but not limited to the following essential duties and responsibilities: Housekeeping Responsibilities: Sweep, scrub, wax, and/or polish floors using broom, mops, and /or powered scrubbing and waxing machines. Strip, seal, finish, and polish hard floors, steam-clean and shampoo carpet flooring Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, or ladders, to prepare facilities for events, such as special events or meetings. Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures Request supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties Gather and empty trash into proper disposal area Move and arrange furniture, and turn mattresses Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created Service, clean, or supply restrooms Remove debris from driveways, garages, and swimming pool areas Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees Clean laboratory equipment, such as glassware or metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, or power cleaning equipment Clean and restore building interiors damaged by fire, smoke, or water, using commercial cleaning equipment Dusts furniture, walls, machines, or equipment Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork; wax and polish as necessary. JOB REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, a person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Years of Related Professional Experience : 1 year relevant work experience Computer/Software/Technical Applications: Ability to use a computer Knowledge of Timekeeping system Languages : Ability to speak and comprehend English the primary language used in the workplace; ability to speak and/or comprehend other languages utilized by clients is a plus. Required Licenses/ Certifications/ Background: Knowledge and experience with specialized equipment: Floor buffers Floor strippers Equipment dolly Vacuum cleaners Floor scrubbers Extraction machines Steam Cleaners Work Environment: Generally in an indoor setting. Supervise activities and events outdoors. May be exposed to heat/cold during support of outside activities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Position requires ability to work nights, weekends and some holidays. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: Stand on your feet throughout work period. Significant walking or other means of mobility. Possess multi-limb and eye-hand coordination, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. Able to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, occasionally 50 or 100 pounds. Able to sit at a desk, working on computers and operating phones. Channing House Diversity Statement: Channing House is an equal opportunity employer. Channing House is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and disrespectful or other unprofessional conduct based on actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as natural hair, hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles), color, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, immigration status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, disability (including sensory disability and use of a service animal by a person with a disability), HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C status, a legally protected medical condition, genetic information or data credit history, genetic information, status as a victim or domestic or sexual violence (including harassment, sexual assault, or stalking), expunged juvenile record, arrest or conviction records (except as legally required), use or non-use of lawful products off of Company premises during non-working hours, performance of duty in a uniformed service military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state and/or federal law. Channing House also prohibits discrimination, harassment, disrespectful, or unprofessional conduct based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. On-Call Compensation details: 23-27.38 Hourly Wage PI811d8d595af6-25448-39884683

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