Janitor

Bargreen Ellingson•Fife, WA

4d•$18 - $19

About The Position

Bargreen Ellingson is hiring a Janitor for its Fife team. The role maintains the cleanliness and order of the offices and warehouse through general upkeep and heavy cleaning, including floors, walls, glass, and rubbish removal. Duties may also include reporting repair needs, clearing snow or debris from the sidewalk, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms, and performing small repairs. The position reports to the Distribution Center Administrative Supervisor. The role works generally indoors, with variable conditions. It requires the ability to perform physical tasks including occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds, crouching or crawling under a 48-inch-high shelf, and ascending or descending a 14-inch step. The employee may need to work more than eight continuous hours when required. Bargreen Ellingson offers full-time employees medical and dental insurance, retirement match, vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave as mandated by local laws. Benefits and eligibility may vary by location, position, and hours worked.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of repair techniques, or job training alongside an experienced custodian.
Knowledge of sanitation for a food facility.
Knowledge of floor finishing and refinishing.
Forklift driving capability.
Ability to occasionally reach, lift, and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to crouch or crawl under a 48-inch-high shelf and ascend or descend a 14-inch step.
Ability to activate phone systems using keyboards and buttons.
Ability to sit and perform repetitive hand motions; frequently talk, hear, stand, and walk.
Ability to work in excess of eight continuous hours when required.
Ability to read and discern visual images with 20/20 corrected vision.
Ability to speak and communicate clearly over telephones.
Must be in sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician, with no evidence of controlled-substance use.

Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, scrub, or vacuum building floors.
Gather and empty trash.
Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
Collect cardboard from around the warehouse and use the cardboard baler.
Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors with appropriate cleaning materials and tools.
Dust desks, walls, machines, and equipment.
Prepare cleaning solutions by mixing water and detergents or acids according to specifications.
Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
Drive vehicles required for cleaning work or travel, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
Follow procedures for using chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies manually or with hand trucks.
Notify managers when major repairs or additions to building operating systems are needed.
Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas as needed, using snow-removal equipment or shovels and spreading snow-melting chemicals; entryway snow removal is as needed.
Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance.
Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
Perform other duties as required by the supervisor.