Janitor

Follow instructions and established procedures in performing all around heavy cleaning work in offices, classrooms, public areas and restrooms.

Education and Experience

The ability to read, write and follow instructions is required.

Skills and Knowledge

May be required to shovel snow in winter

Responsibilities

Sweep, vacuum and wet mop floors.

Wash walls, light fixtures, blackboards and windows.

Collect trash and remove to dumpster.

Move furniture.

Obtain and replenish cleaning supplies, paper, products, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Standing 85% - 90% of the shift
• Frequent bending at the waist; able to bend to below the knee (80 - 90% of shift)
• Frequent stooping and/or crouching (65% - 95% of shift)
• Frequent twisting and bending of head, neck, and torso (75 - 95% of shift)
• Full range of arm movement required (extension, twisting, and bending of arm and shoulder, reaching overhead, etc.) (80% - 95% of shift)
• Full range of arm movement required
• Visual and cognitive capability sufficient to read labels
• May be exposed to latex or rubber
• Exposure to cleaning solutions
• Physical strength sufficient to handle professional scrubbing machine
• Able to carry up to 30 lbs. on back for 6-8 hours
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds to waist height
• Able to push/pull 70 pounds

Tools/Equipment

Operate a variety of equipment including vacuum cleaner, floor buffer, spray tank, autoscrubbers, etc. Use broom, dust mop, wet mop, etc. Work from stepladders.

Application Instructions

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