A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
JOB The County of Siskiyou is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer We welcome applicants of any race, religion, or ancestry. For exact salary information please refer to the current salary schedule, County website.
Janitor I:
$17.41•$22.90
Janitor II:
$19.81•$25.30
Janitor III:
$21.45•$27.40
Janitor I:
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform routine janitorial duties in County buildings; may perform non-routine janitorial work, as needed; keep assigned areas and County buildings in a clean and orderly condition; and do related duties, as assigned. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is an entry level Janitor classification. Incumbents perform the full range of janitorial duties in cleaning County buildings and facilities. Incumbents assigned to this classification perform routine janitorial work, and may perform non-routine janitorial work as assigned. Work locations will vary and work assignments may include irregular hours. Work is performed under general guidance and supervision.
REPORTS TO
Director of Facilities Management and Janitorial supervisor
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
This is not a supervisory class.
Janitor II:
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform routine janitorial duties in County buildings; may perform non-routine janitorial work, as needed; keep assigned areas and County buildings in a clean and orderly condition; and do related duties, as assigned. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the fully experienced working level in the Janitor class series. They perform the full range of janitorial, and may perform non-routine janitorial work as assigned. Work locations will vary and work assignments may include irregular hours.. Work is performed under general guidance and supervision.
REPORTS TO
Director of Facilities Management and Janitorial supervisor
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
This is not a supervisory class.
Janitor III:
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform routine janitorial duties in County buildings; may perform non-routine janitorial work, as needed; provide lead direction, work coordination, and training to other janitorial staff; keep assigned areas and County buildings in a clean and orderly condition; and do related duties, as assigned. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the fully experienced working level in the Janitor class series. Incumbents assigned to this classification perform routine janitorial work and may perform non-routine janitorial work as assigned. Incumbents also provide lead direction, work coordination, and training to staff assigned to janitorial functions. Work locations will vary, and work assignments may include irregular hours.
REPORTS TO
Director of Facilities Management and Janitorial supervisor
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
Receives general supervision from supervisory and/or management staff, depending on areas of work assignments. Provides lead direction, work coordination and training for janitorial staff.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Janitor I:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs a variety of cleaning duties such as but not limited to: Sweeping Mopping and scrubbing floors Cleans and vacuums rugs and carpets Waxes and polishes furniture and woodwork Cleans hallways, lobbies, restrooms, and offices Cleans ceilings, walls, blinds, and light fixtures Empties and cleans waste receptacles Polishes metal work Cleans and disinfects restrooms Replenishes supplies May wash windows May move and arrange furniture and equipment Turns out lights, set alarms, lock doors and windows, as needed Operates scrubbers, buffers, waxing machines, and other equipment and machinery Requisitions supplies as needed Observes and reports needed repairs to buildings and equipment Maintains equipment used during the course of work Empty paper recycling containers Replaces light bulbs and tubes May assist with basic building maintenance work
Knowledge of:
Cleaning supplies and equipment. Proper methods used in cleaning work. Basic hand tools and equipment used in routine building maintenance. Safe work practices.
Desired Skills:
Learn the operation and use of various janitorial equipment. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Read labels and markings of supplies and equipment. Clean and care for assigned areas. Perform manual laboring work. Work independently. Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines. Demonstrate physical strength, agility and endurance. Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and the public.
Janitor II:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs a variety of cleaning duties such as but not limited to: Sweeping Mopping and scrubbing floors Cleans and vacuums rugs and carpets Waxes and polishes furniture and woodwork Cleans hallways, lobbies, restrooms, and offices Cleans ceilings, walls, blinds, and light fixtures Empties and cleans waste receptacles Polishes metal work Cleans and disinfects restrooms Replenishes supplies May wash windows May move and arrange furniture and equipment Turns out lights May set alarms, locks doors and windows, as needed. Operates scrubbers, buffers, waxing machines, and other equipment and machinery Requisitions supplies as needed Observes and reports needed repairs to buildings and equipment Maintains equipment used during the course of work Empty paper recycling containers. Replaces light bulbs and tubes. May assist with basic building maintenance work.
Knowledge of:
Cleaning supplies and equipment. Proper methods used in cleaning work. Basic hand tools and equipment used in routine building maintenance. Safe work practices.
Desired Skills:
Learn the operation and use of various janitorial equipment. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Read labels and markings of supplies and equipment. Clean and care for assigned areas. Perform manual laboring work. Work independently. Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines. Demonstrate physical strength, agility and endurance. Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and the public.
Janitor III:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Provides lead direction, work coordination, and training to other staff performing janitorial functions. Performs a variety of custodial work such as vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, waxing and buffing floors. Operates scrubbers, buffers, waxing machines, and other equipment and machinery. Empties, cleans and lines waste receptacles and disposes of trash. Cleans and disinfects restrooms, including restocking restroom supplies. Polishes brass fixtures. Vacuums carpets. Sweeps, mops, waxes, strips, and polishes floors. Washes walls, woodwork and blinds. Dusts and polishes all surfaces. Washes windows and showcases. Cleans finger marks and stains from counters, doors, trim, and walls. Moves and arranges furniture, equipment, office supplies, and files, as needed. Reports unusual or improper conditions and reports the need for extensive building and equipment repair. Maintains equipment used during the course of work. May turn out lights, set alarms, and lock doors and windows, as needed. Provides training on safety methods, cleaning techniques, and the proper use of equipment to other janitorial staff. May be assigned to inspect assigned buildings to ensure proper standards of cleanliness. Empty paper recycling containers. Replaces light bulbs and tubes. May assist with basic building maintenance work. Do related work as required.
Knowledge of:
Basic cleaning materials, methods and practices Basic janitorial equipment Safe work practices
Desired Skills:
Provide lead direction, work coordination, and training to other staff performing janitorial functions. Learn the operation and use of various janitorial equipment. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Read labels and markings of supplies and equipment. Effectively provide training to less experienced staff. Clean and care for assigned areas. Perform manual laboring work. Work independently. Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines. Demonstrate physical strength, agility and endurance. Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and the public.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Janitor I:
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequently stand and walk for extended periods; stoop, kneel, and crouch to pick up or move objects, office equipment, and furniture; physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance; physical ability to lift and move heavier objects with assistance; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected vision and hearing to normal range; verbal communication; uses vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, buffers, waxing equipment, and basic hand tools.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in building and outdoor environments; work is performed in varying temperatures; some exposure to controlled and hazardous substances such as cleaning solvents and chemicals; limited contact with staff and the public.
Janitor II:
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Frequently stand and walk for extended periods; pick up or move objects, office equipment, and furniture; physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance; physical ability to lift and move heavier objects with assistance; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected vision and hearing to normal range; verbal communication; uses vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, buffers, waxing equipment.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in building and outdoor environments; work is performed in varying temperatures; some exposure to controlled and hazardous substances such as cleaning solvents and chemicals; limited contact with staff and the public.
Janitor III:
TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Frequently stand and walk for extended periods; pick up or move objects, office equipment, and furniture; physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance; physical ability to lift and move heavier objects with assistance; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected vision and hearing to normal range; verbal communication; uses vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, buffers, waxing equipment.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in building and outdoor environments; work is performed in varying temperatures; some exposure to controlled and hazardous substances such as cleaning solvents and chemicals; limited contact with staff and the public.
