Nonprofit dedicated to creating affordable housing communities and enriching lives.
Maintain clean, safe grounds and common areas, prep units, and support site upkeep.
7 days ago ago
$17 - $21
Junior (1-3 years), Entry-level
Full Time
Sunnyvale, CA
Onsite
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Housing Development
Construction Management
Site Planning & Design
Entitlements
Community Outreach
Site Acquisition
Financing
Property Management
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Senior Housing
Supportive Housing
Farm Worker Housing
Transit-oriented development
Mixed-use development
Historic preservation and rehabilitation
Community-based partnerships
Role
Description
grounds maintenance
landscaping
sanitization
unit turnover
safety procedures
site upkeep
Support routine maintenance and follow safety procedures
Assist with basic landscaping and other site upkeep tasks
Maintain clean and safe property grounds and common areas
Sanitize shared spaces including restrooms, laundry rooms, and trash areas
Respond to additional requests from site leadership as needed
Prepare vacated units for new residents through general cleaning
Requirements
lifting
physical
high school
janitorial
chemical safety
Comfortable using ladders, climbing stairs and roofs, and performing moderate to strenuous activities regularly
Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, lifting, and walking for extended periods
Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and working in confined spaces
High school diploma or GED, plus six months of janitorial experience or equivalent
Knowledge of chemical safety and proper handling procedures
Benefits
Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
Wellness Days
Health Insurance
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
403(b) Retirement Investment
FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits
Company Holidays
Employee Education Reimbursement Program
EAP Program
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1970
Year Founded
The company has been dedicated to affordable housing solutions for over five decades.
100+
Affordable Communities
Delivers impactful projects focused on affordability and sustainability across urban, suburban, and rural settings.
Creates vibrant, affordable communities across California with a focus on sustainability.
Collaborates with local governments, financial institutions, and community partners.
Develops mixed-use, multi-family projects offering community spaces and essential services.
Known for innovative green building practices and overcoming regulatory challenges.
Culture + Values
Integrity: We provide accurate, transparent and timely information, manage our company resources responsibly, and conduct all parts of our business ethically, honestly and fairly in an environment where authenticity is welcomed and affirmed.
Collaboration: We work as a team that actively participates in open communication. We seek out, honor, listen to, and include a broad range of opinions, ideas and skill sets to achieve common goals.
Accountability: We follow through in a timely manner on the commitments we make to one another, our partners, our residents and our communities. We take responsibility for – and learn from – our actions.
Respect: We treat our employees, residents, vendors, partners, investors and the communities in which we work with dignity and compassion. We welcome a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we recognize and value the unique contributions that everyone makes in all areas of our work.
Excellence: We strive for quality and professionalism and provide every individual with opportunities for success. We create an environment of belonging where we encourage learning and understanding, value input, inspire extraordinary work, and recognize results.
Environment + Sustainability
Zero Operating Emissions
All-Electric Showcase
Edwina Benner Plaza achieved zero operating emissions through rooftop solar, renewable energy sourcing, and electric heating systems.
50% Rooftop Solar
Net-Zero Energy/Carbon
Sunnyvale Edwina Benner Plaza uses rooftop solar to cover half its energy needs, complemented by efficient heating systems.
33.5% Energy Code Exceedance
LEED Platinum Achievement
Sequoia Belle Haven's redesign significantly exceeded California's energy standards with advanced energy-efficient features.
3,000 Sustainable Homes
Five-Year Goal
Strategic plan aims to build 3,000 environmentally sustainable homes by 2025.
All new construction incorporates environmentally-friendly design and materials that exceed California’s energy codes.
Drought-resistant landscaping and continual investment in energy-efficient upgrades and renovations across existing properties.
Multiple communities have LEED and GreenPoint Rated certifications: Station Center (LEED Platinum), Sequoia Belle Haven (LEED Platinum), Main Street Village (GreenPoint 212+), Kottinger Gardens (LEED award), Half Moon Village (Sustainable San Mateo Award), Edwina Benner Plaza (All-Electric Showcase).
Sequoia Belle Haven redevelopment employs photovoltaic panels, high-efficiency windows, solar hot water, Energy Star appliances, and drought-tolerant landscaping.
Secured $40.9M from California’s Affordable Housing & Sustainable Communities programs for transit-oriented projects reducing greenhouse gases.
Inclusion & Diversity
10% More Likely
Staff Engagement
Staff participating in DEIB activities are more likely to rate the organization as a great place to work.
Vision: integrate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging into every area of the organization—within our communities, in our offices, and everywhere in between.
Approach: seek out and address inequities, work with community partners and foster a culture prioritizing inclusion and belonging.
Established Collective Voices for Equity Council in 2019; Board Equity & Inclusion Committee formed in May 2023 with Equity & Inclusion Charter finalized in 2024.
Values Contracting/Supplier Diversity program to reflect DEIB principles in procurement and contracting.
Hired first DEIB executive in spring 2022 reporting to CEO; infrastructure and engagement established for integration of DEIB initiatives.
Board, Stewardship team, Leadership team and People managers gender and BIPOC breakdowns (2024) included in DEIB report.