Maintenance/Housekeeping II

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:

Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization

Position Summary
Responsible for the daily upkeep of the facilities to ensure a safe, sanitary and attractive environment 
for patients, clients and employees. Performs janitorial and maintenance tasks following general 
health and safety guidelines. This job description does not suggest or imply that these are the only 
duties to be performed by this employee. This employee will be required to follow other 
instructions and to perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Duties and Responsibilities
As a mission-driven organization, the core values of, and the services offered at Sea Mar are based 
on the belief that everyone deserves to be respectfully treated in a way that preserves dignity and 
enhances self-worth. Sea Mar is an advocate for its clients and aims to achieve industry-leading, 
client-centered, culturally-aware services. 
Sea Mar employees serve as an extension of this mission and demonstrate their commitment to an 
excellent client experience by:
• Understanding and empathizing with client needs
• Surpassing client expectations
• Demonstrating a high level of integrity
• Exhibiting compassion and commitment
• Advocating for social justice
• Taking pride in individual work as well as that of the team
• Continually learning to stay current with industry standards, best practices and 
technology
As a Sea Mar employee, the individual in this position commits to adherence to these values to their 
utmost ability and endeavors to strengthen and embody this mission daily.
Housekeeping: Performs simple repetitive tasks to maintain the center’s facilities in a sanitary, 
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orderly, safe and attractive condition. Cleans facilities by washing furnishings, floors and equipment 
with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent the spread of disease. Uses dust cloths 
and vacuum cleaner to dust windowsills, blinds, floors and furniture. Empties trash baskets and 
arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion. Scours and polish sinks, tubs, mirrors and 
similar furnishings. Replenish supplies of soap, towels and other dispensable items. Orders when 
supplies are low. Keeps utility/supply room in good order.
Yard Maintenance: Mowing, weeding, trimming grass, snow and debris removal from sidewalk 
and maintaining yard and building perimeter in clean attractive environment for patients, clients 
and employees.
Maintenance and Safety: Performs a variety of maintenance and handiwork duties for the center. 
Reports any mechanical failures or negative conditions to their supervisor. Observes all safety 
precautions while performing duties and requests assistance when carrying or moving heavy 
objects. The employee maybe asked to perform variety of simple repairs, which will require some 
knowledge of the following: plastering, plumbing, carpentry, painting and electrical work.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Area: Responsible for maintaining and cleaning equipment 
such as mops, buckets, cleaning solutions, vacuum cleaner and utility carts. May be asked to do 
special jobs, which required the use of rental equipment.
PERFORMANACE REQUIREMENTS
Building Maintenance: Maintain clean, dust free, well-lighted, ventilated indoor facilities 
conducive to a good working and customer service environment:
1. All flooring shall be swept and mopped daily. They should be stripped and waxed on a 
regular basis, at least quarterly.
2. Carpeted floors shall be vacuumed daily and, when required, be shampooed at least 
quarterly.
3. Maintenance and repair of all lighting fixtures shall be done immediately.
4. Permanent fixtures such as desks, chairs, bookcases, cabinets, and lamps will be dusted 
regularly to prevent dirt accumulation.
5. Disinfecting and maintenance of bathrooms will be done daily. Regular replacement 
of hand towels, toilet seat covers, toilet paper, air freshener and germicidal soap 
will be done as needed and checked daily.
6. Special attention to procedures for the removal and disposal of biohazard waste will 
be observed when all garbage is emptied on a daily basis.
7. Quarterly inspection of smoke alarms, exit signs, and building security will be made 
so as to not compromise staff, customer, or visitor safety.
8. Heating and ventilation will be checked at least monthly and if maintenance is 
indicated, appropriate vendors will be contacted for servicing.
9. Damaged materials, supplies, and equipment such as walls, floors, lighting fixtures, 
carpeting, and/or furniture should be repaired immediately.
10. Regular inspection and maintenance of hallways, offices, examination rooms, counseling
rooms, bathrooms, lounges, storage and utility rooms should be done to ensure 
compliance with fire and safety regulations.
11. Supplies for efficient maintenance of all facilities are to be ordered through the Sea 
Mar Community Health Center Purchasing Agent.
12. The maintenance staff is to maintain and provide a regular inventory of maintenance 
supplies and equipment to the site manager on a monthly basis.
13. Maintenance staff will respond and assist in the extermination of ants, termites and 
rodents as appropriate unless an outside vendor has been approved.
14. Inspections and maintenance of sites that have basements will be completed 
regularly to ensure safe and expeditious removal of items, materials, or dead 
animals on the premises.
15. Those sites using water pumps to maintain their basements clear of water will inspect 
and maintain them at least quarterly.
Other duties may be assigned.
PERFORMANACE REQUIREMENTS
Outdoors Facility Maintenance: Maintain facilities and grounds clear of debris, free of hazards, or 
other impediments that would cause dam\age or injury to its staff, clients and visitors.
1. Responsible for the daily upkeep of the facilities to ensure a safe, sanitary and 
attractive environment for patients, clients and employees.
2. Where appropriate, the grass, shrubbery, trees and flowers will be trimmed, 
mowed, weeded, watered, fertilized and maintained on a regular basis.
3. Potentially dangerous items, trees, shrubs or equipment will be removed 
expeditiously from the premises as allowed by local city or county ordinances.
4. Inspection and maintenance of roofs are to be done regularly. Any leaks, damage or 
improvements require assessment by at least three bidders before presented to 
management for follow up and approval.
5. Maintain repair and remove snow and debris from sidewalks, causeways and other 
pedestrian traffic areas.
6. Regular inspection of outside windows, gutters, lighting fixtures, plumbing and 
entryways shall be done by the appropriate agency and its representative so as to 
provide for maximum safety and security to staff, customers and visitors.
7. Maintenance of ditches around buildings will be properly dug so that drainage does 
not become a problem.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or 
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities 
to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. No formal experience is 
required for this job however; experience may be substituted for education. On the Job Training 
is provided. Driver’s license, auto liability insurance and an automobile are required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS 
Should be able to read, comprehend and follow simple oral and written instructions. Should have 
the ability to write short, simple correspondence, and memos.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide simple math.
REASONING ABILITY 
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or 
oral instructions.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 
Must have a TB test annually.
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 regularly required to stand, walk, use 
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee 
frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to 
sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific 
vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral 
vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee 
encounters while performing 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 may be exposed to unsanitary conditions, 
and outside weather. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive benefits package.

Starting Wage: $20.76 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

What We Offer:

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
• We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment. 

Sea Mar is an equal opportunity employer.

Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply thru our Career page at this link.