Janitor

RWB Thrift • Paterson, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Janitor at RWB Thrift, you will play a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and overall appearance of our thrift store. Your responsibilities will include cleaning and sanitizing various areas such as the sales floor, restrooms, break rooms, and common areas. This involves performing tasks like sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and wiping down surfaces to uphold high cleanliness standards. You will also empty trash bins and recycling containers, ensuring proper disposal and separation of waste materials. Additionally, you will retrieve shopping carts or baskets from store entrances or parking areas and return them to designated locations for customer use, contributing to a positive shopping experience.

Requirements

• Capable of safely and effectively performing essential job functions in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting both qualitative and quantitative productivity requirements
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 lbs, frequently exert up to 25 lbs. of force, and constantly apply negligible force when handling objects
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Proficient in performing repetitive motions such as extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction and working primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm
• Skilled in tasks involving seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands
• Capable of maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces, as well as maintaining balance when performing agile tasks
• Possesses clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more
• Required to wear closed-toe shoes for safety purposes
• The job involves regular repetitive motions
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and busy environment
• Ability to work effectively in a noisy environment
• Ability to work effectively in a bright environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• High degree of flexibility; able to switch tasks or departments based on operational needs
• Expected to work in all areas as assigned, contributing to a well-rounded and collaborative team environment
• Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English for comprehending instructions, as well as the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English (may be necessary for interactions with English-speaking customers, donors, colleagues, and supervisors)
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance
• Behave consistently and predictably; are reliable and dependable in fulfilling professional obligations
• Think and act ethically and honestly; apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities; take responsibility for actions
• Recognize one's own limitations, being open to learning from others, and treating everyone with respect and dignity
• Embrace needed change and modify behavior when appropriate to achieve organizational objectives; effective in the face of uncertainty
• Observe details, promptly catch and rectify small mistakes, delivering high-quality, accurate work
• Create and participate in an inclusive environment; value and respect diversity, and foster a sense of belonging for all individuals
• Team oriented; identify with the larger team and their role within it; prioritize the collective success of the team over personal achievements
• Clearly and articulately convey information to others in casual or informal situations; understand that communication happens through verbal and nonverbal cues, and are able to interpret body language accurately and use it appropriately
• Conduct themselves consistent with organizational values, policies, and standards; commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and respect for diversity, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous thrift, retail, warehouse, or customer facing experience is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize various areas of the thrift store, including the sales floor, restrooms, break rooms, and common areas
• Perform tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and wiping down surfaces to maintain cleanliness standards
• Empty trash bins and recycling containers, ensuring proper disposal and separation of waste materials
• Retrieve shopping carts or baskets from store entrances or parking areas and return them to designated locations for customer use
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all assigned areas throughout the shift

Benefits

• We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
• We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and designing employee experiences that contribute to your growth as much as you do to ours.
• We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment that is welcoming, respectful, and supportive of all individuals.
• We encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure that they have equal access to employment opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed