Janitor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• OSHA Safety Training is required.
• Ability to understand basic equipment operating instructions and safe work practices.
• Familiarity with commercial and industrial janitorial processes and cleaning operations.
• Understanding of safety regulations and ability to apply them in practical settings.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements and calculations as required by the job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors and clients.
• Ability to work in diverse industrial environments and varying conditions.
• Must be drug-free and comply with company drug testing policies.
• Must have no medical condition that would impair use of respiratory equipment and be able to pass a basic medical exam.
• Ability to stand, kneel and bend and work for extended periods; bend to within six inches of the ground and perform tasks at various heights.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work from heights when necessary.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to handle small tools and parts.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Good vision and hearing to identify hazards and ensure safety.

Nice To Haves

• High school education (preferred but not mandatory).
• Current driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a chauffeur’s license for advancement opportunities.
• Powered Industrial Truck certifications, such as hi-lo, aerial lift or burden carrier.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials for jobs and ensure necessary items are available on-site.
• Restock toiletries and other supplies in bathrooms.
• Use vacuum cleaners, brooms, mops, mop buckets, dusters, shop vacs and cleaning carts.
• Clean bathrooms, offices, hallways and conference rooms, and empty trash cans.
• Perform routine janitorial tasks and maintain orderly work areas, job sites and equipment storage areas.
• Inspect, use and maintain required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, FR uniforms, metatarsal boots and gloves.
• Follow quality requirements, safety procedures and job-specific instructions; report potential hazards or safety concerns.
• Carry out additional site-specific responsibilities assigned by the site manager or client.