Janitor - 14-hour per week position

City of Kenai•Kenai, AK

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Janitor is a City of Kenai employee who works under the direction of an assigned Facility Manager or designee. The position performs routine janitorial work at assigned City buildings, primarily the Kenai Community Library. Work is carried out with minimal direct supervision and may involve contact with the public and other City employees. The position is 14 hours per week and is performed after normal business hours. Duties may take place inside community-room settings and around building entrances, and may require working alone or cleaning multiple City buildings. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal background check in accordance with applicable law. Depending on the facility assignment, the employee may need to obtain a valid CPR/First Aid certificate within 30 days of employment. The position is not eligible for health insurance or other City-sponsored benefits such as annual leave and holiday pay, and is excluded from the State Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS).

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must pass a background investigation, including a criminal background check, to meet requirements for using record networks and protected databases and any applicable federal or state agency requirements.
Depending on the facility assigned, may be required to possess or obtain a valid CPR/First Aid certificate issued by the American Heart Association or another approved entity within 30 days of employment.
Ability to carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force.
Manual dexterity, including gripping and fine motor skills, to complete most tasks.

Responsibilities

Perform general janitorial duties at the assigned City of Kenai facility.
Follow the weekly routine and complete checklists at the end of each shift.
Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors, and operate equipment such as vacuum cleaners.
Clean and sanitize restrooms, floors, fixtures, sinks, tables, and countertops; refill sanitary dispensers and monitor restroom supplies.
Empty trash cans, replace liners, and clean receptacles as necessary.
Dust and clean office desks, furniture, and chairs; clean windowsills and windows.
Keep janitor closets clean, organized, and safe.
Monitor inventory of cleaning and sanitizing products to maintain adequate supplies at the assigned building.
Pick up and dispose of refuse as necessary.
Consult Safety Data Sheets and follow procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment; use required personal protective equipment and safe practices.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and collaborate with janitorial staff.
Assist with cleaning multiple City buildings.
Ensure the assigned building is adequately secured.
Attend required trainings.
Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance and perform tasks with minimal or no supervision.
Perform other related duties as assigned.