General Cleaner Macys Fort Wayne, IN

Bluechip Pros•Fort Wayne, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

To perform a variety of cleaning activities in assigned buildings/facilities, keeping them in a clean, sanitary, and orderly condition, and to perform other tasks related to the area of assignment. The weekly work schedule is: Sunday 1 PM to 6 PM, Monday - OFF, Tuesday - 6 AM to 11 AM, Wednesday 6 AM to 11 AM, Thursday 6 AM to 11 AM, Friday - OFF, Saturday 11 AM to 5 PM.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of janitorial work.
Basic knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in janitorial work.
Basic safe work practices.
Knowledge of the use of toxic and non-toxic chemicals (per MSDS sheets).
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Sufficient communication skills to interact with co-workers and supervisors.
Ability to operate powered and non-powered janitorial equipment.
Ability to interpret written instructions and warning labels on cleaning chemicals.
Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time, operating powered and non-powered equipment, lifting/carrying 1-30 lbs. of equipment, supplies, trash, pushing/pulling using both hands and arms while performing cleaning duties (exerting 5-35 lbs force), climbing stairs and ladders while cleaning upper areas/drapes, bending/twisting/balancing at waist, knees, neck throughout shift, kneeling/crouching/crawling while cleaning lower areas/retrieving supplies from lower shelves, reaching, handling, grasping and fingering while operating equipment, using hand and power tools, wiping and cleaning surfaces and using cleaning equipment, overhead reaching required throughout shift, and having sight for performing cleaning tasks and maintaining safety standards, including depth perception and hand-eye coordination in operation of equipment and tool use.

Responsibilities

High Dusting: Using a treated high duster, begin cleaning in a counter clockwise direction around the room - high dust surfaces above shoulder height, i.e., lights above doors, curtain tips, vents and ledges. Clean the High Duster by gently brushing in a downward direction into the service cart.
Sanitizing / Spot Cleaning: Using a germicidal solution, work in a counter clockwise direction around the room, sanitizing surfaces below shoulder height, i.e., ledges, chairs, telephone, countertops and trash cans. Remove fingerprints and smudges from doorknobs and walls using the proper solution. Spot clean windows using the proper solution.
Bathroom Cleaning: Using germicidal solution, wipe down in the following order: Above and below sink. Toilet seat and the outside of the toilet bowl. Clean the inside of the toilet with a Johnnie Mop and proper germicidal solution, paying attention to the rim of the toilet bowl to remove germs. Clean and check soap dispensers and paper dispensers daily, refilling as needed.
Empty Trash Cans: If liquid is inside the can, remove the liner and wipe the trash can. Place a clean liner in the trash can.
Floor Dusting or Vacuuming: Using a treated dust mophead, begin at the back of the room using the “S” stroke to catch the dust on the leading edge. Dust under all furniture and in restrooms, stopping just inside the door. Gently clean the mophead with a downward stroke using the counter brush and sweep up the dust onto a dustpan and dispose of it into the service cart. When vacuuming, start at the back of the room and work toward the door, ensuring to get under chairs and other furniture.
Grounds care: Clean and check outside areas several times during the day, including emptying and cleaning ash urns and trash cans, policing sidewalks, flower beds and curb lines for trash and cigarette butts, spot cleaning spills on sidewalks, removing gum with a scraper, wiping benches and vending machines, wiping lower window ledges, high dusting for dust and cobwebs, cleaning public area glass as necessary, and policing the parking lot for trash.
Public Common Areas: Dust mop and spot mop the main hallways. Ensure glass is cleaned several times during the day, planters are cleaned inside and out (free from bird waste), check for cobwebs/do high dusting of window areas at least twice a week, and check all corners and edges for dirt, cobwebs, and other foreign debris.
Food Court: Clean, remove trash, and sanitize tables. Place chairs back under tables. Spot clean for spills. Empty and clean trash cans. Remove accumulated dirty trays to the washroom and clean using a tray power washer. Stack clean trays on the shelf for recycled use. Police outside eating areas.
Floor Sanitizing: Using the proper germicidal solution, start at the back of the room when sanitizing the floor. Mop under furniture and behind doors as you back out of the room.
Your Inspection: After completing the room, mentally review your cleaning steps and visually check furniture placement. Make corrections as needed to prevent problems/complaints.
Daily tasks include Hall – lobby – stairs – water fountains – furniture – wall spotting and high dusting.
Customer Relations and Service: Knock lightly on the door before entering if occupied. Be friendly and cheerful to customers. Answer questions in a helpful, courteous manner or refer them to someone who can. Report anything broken or out of order in the room to your supervisor. Work quietly and speak quietly, trying to reduce or eliminate noise. Stay in your assigned work area unless requested to go elsewhere by your supervisor. Loud talking, laughing, etc., is never acceptable. Always maintain a clean and neat personal appearance while on the job. If you have not completed your work assignment by the end of your shift, be sure to report to your supervisor. Always be courteous.
Performs other duties as assigned or directed by supervisor and/or Account Manager (this could include, but is not limited to, floor care – stripping and waxing floors, extraction and bonneting of carpets, auto scrub and buffing of floors).