Janitorial Cleaner or Cleaner/Custodian
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Job Title :
Janitorial Cleaner or Cleaner/Custodian
Department:
Manager Administration
Reports To:
Administration
Job Purpose:
A Janitorial Cleaner will be responsible for keeping the building/s in a clean and orderly condition, performing heavy cleaning duties, such as mopping & vacuuming floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, disinfecting surfaces and restrooms and emptying trash and recycle cans, daily.
Key Responsibilities:
The general responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
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To clean designated areas, such as aisles and offices, to collect scrap, dirt, and other garbage
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To clean and disinfect restrooms
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To gather and empty trash
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To examine and recover usable material from trash
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To carry out heavy cleansing tasks and special projects
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To keep stock of cleaning tools and equipment and maintain supply rooms
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To participate in capacity building programs
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To perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities
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To notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs
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To make adjustments and minor repairs
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To carry out any other task assigned by competent authority
Working Conditions:
Working conditions mostly include, working indoors, and sometimes, outdoors, cleaning while sitting, standing, kneeling, crouching, crawling and lifting weights. The nature of the job may include dealing with multiple tasks at one time, therefore, the ability to manage work load and handling multi tasks is key.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
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Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery
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Ability to use basic cleaning equipment
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Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies
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Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets
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Ability to manage your time efficiently
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Integrity and ability to work independently
Physical Abilities:
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Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist, climb, and lift weights
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Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
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Ability to withstand exposure to cold weather, heat and noise etc.
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Ability to travel different sites and locations
Qualification/ Experience:
The candidate should be at least 18 years of age, should at least have a high school degree, along with prior experience working as a janitor, cleaner, custodian or similar. Candidate must pass a background check.
Employee Acknowledgment:
I understand this job description and its requirements; I understand that this is not an exclusive list of the job functions and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned; I understand the job functions may be altered by management without notice; I understand that this job description in no way constitutes an employment agreement and that I am an at-will employee. I certify that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.