JOB DETAILS

RESIDENT CARETAKER

CompanyHousing Authority of the County of Monterey
LocationSalinas
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 6, 2026
About The Company
The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey (HACM) was created under the authority of the Health and Safety Code by Resolution which identified a need for safe and sanitary low income housing, by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors on March 17, 1941. The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey provides a variety of housing and services to low and moderate income residents of Monterey County. The Housing Authority is supported by grants and special allocations from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the State of California housing programs. In addition, the Monterey County Inclusionary Housing Fund often provides seed money for housing development projects. The agency receives no general fund allocation, tax increment revenue, or special funding from the State of California, the County of Monterey or any city government. The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey is growing, as is evidenced by its expanding financial capacity.
About the Role

Description

DEFINITION:

The position will provide on-site janitorial/custodial services and emergency response. Will be required to reside on assigned site and be available for 24-hour call.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receives direct supervision and general direction from the Regional Housing Manager and indirect supervision from Housing Management Manager. Daily direction and assignments are provided by Area Housing Manager.


ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENT—Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:


Essential Functions:

Maintain a log of incidents and resolutions and notify Housing Manager regularly. Monitor and maintain security of sites assigned in the absence of Housing Manager. Monitor the use of community areas, laundry rooms and recreation rooms. Janitorial services for common areas including recreation rooms, laundry rooms, kitchens, and restrooms. Be available for 24-hour call. Assist residents and assure that safety programs and fire evacuation plans are followed in the event of an emergency. Monitor parking lots at assigned buildings. Post tags on unauthorized vehicles, contact Maintenance Department or tow company as needed and standby for towing. Receive emergency telephone calls from residents and a variety of outside agencies during non-office hours. Report need for replacement of light bulbs in all interior and exterior common area lighting. Participate in resident meetings and/or neighborhood activities. Maintain regular and consistent attendance.


Marginal Functions: Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

 

Compensation & Housing Arrangement


This is a non-wage position. No monetary compensation will be provided.

In exchange for services performed, the selected candidate will be required to reside on-site and will receive rent-free housing at the assigned property. This arrangement is a condition of employment.

The on-site unit is provided solely for the purpose of fulfilling job responsibilities, including 24-hour emergency response availability. Utilities and other housing-related terms will be outlined at the time of offer.

Key Skills
Janitorial ServicesCustodial ServicesEmergency ResponseSecurity MonitoringIncident LoggingFacility MaintenanceResident RelationsSafety Compliance
Categories
TradesSecurity & SafetyHospitalityAdministrativeGovernment & Public Sector
Benefits
Rent-free housing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide on-site janitorial services for common areas and monitor site security. Act as the primary point of contact for emergency responses and resident assistance during non-office hours.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
45
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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