Sanitation/Cleaner - 1st Shift

Dollar Tree • DC209-Ashley, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Center Cleaner conducts the deep cleaning and upkeep of an assigned area in a distribution center. This person operates at the direction of a supervisor, either singly or as a member of a team. Safe operation in accordance with Company policies is of prime importance.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work at heights and in tight environments
• Ability to be on their feet most of the day and walk several miles each day.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required
• 1 yr of similar work experience
• Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to clearly communicate/convey information with co-workers and vendors
• Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, and managers.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work well alone and closely with others in a team environment
• Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains buildings/facilities.
• Performs heavy cleaning duties on a variety of surfaces within the distribution center.
• Notifies managers concerning the need for minor or major repairs or additions to building operating systems
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and working relationships with DC Associates and leaders, co-workers, and vendors.
• Complies with all safety, security, compliance, and quality standards and procedures established by the Company and regulatory authorities.
• Cleaner must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned.
• Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Dusts and washes furniture, walls, machines, ceilings, equipment, and other surfaces, sometimes using ladders or powered equipment.
• Moves cabinets, boxes, furniture, crates and equipment to clean areas, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• May remove stains from surfaces such as walls, floors, and equipment using chemicals and cleaning solutions.
• Will be required to properly and safely use and mix cleaning chemicals per manufacturer and company standards.
• Removes debris, empties trash and cardboard containers, and sweeps floors.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Cleans interior partition glass, windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Sprays insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
• Must keep supply closet neat and orderly and maintain equipment in good working order.
• Requisitions supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Monitors building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours and possibly checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• Operate floor scrubbing equipment, cardboard baler and maintain all stations containing janitorial equipment.
• Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
• Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions with management oversight.
• Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
• Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
• Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Drives vehicles (if required) to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
• Operates powered equipment.
• Works at high heights or in tight spaces.
• May be expected to make basic repairs.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed