Janitor

Objective

The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient environment within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general factory cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming floors.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the building and surrounding property.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance duties including heavy cleaning tasks.
• Empty trash receptacles regularly and manage cleaning supply inventory.
• Sanitize restroom areas and dust furniture, walls, and equipment.
• Clean windows, mirrors, and partitions using appropriate cleaning agents.
• Report to management any repairs or additions needed for building systems.
• Take care of exterior upkeep including green spaces and parking lots.
• Perform minor repairs on assigned equipment and assist in grounds and building maintenance.
• Operate forklift as part of job duties.
• Daily removal and disposal of litter and wastepaper inside and outside the facility.
• Remove snow from entryways, walkways, and maintain clear and safe exits and pathways throughout the shop floor.
• Provide assistance for maintenance tasks as required.
• Handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests promptly.
• Work may involve exposure to harsh weather conditions, heavy lifting, awkward positions, and other hazards; must be physically capable of fulfilling such requirements.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of common cleaning techniques and procedures.
• Endurance to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods and perform repetitive actions.
• Experience operating cleaning equipment like vacuums and floor buffers and familiarity with cleaning chemicals and their proper use.
• Understanding of occupational safety rules related to hazards.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow directions under minimal supervision.
• Physical ability to lift objects up to 30 pounds, climb ladders, and work at heights.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability in task completion.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent credential.
• Basic competence in mathematics.
• Preference may be given to candidates with high school shop courses for roles involving repair work.