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Safeguard Maintenance Corporation

Janitorial/General Cleaner

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What they do

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.

$36,296 / year median in Maryland

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance Position Summary Safeguard Maintenance Corporation is seeking dedicated and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as General Cleaners. This role is essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across various facilities. General Cleaners are responsible for performing a wide range of cleaning duties, including floor care, restroom sanitation, trash removal, and general upkeep of interior and exterior spaces. The ideal candidate is reliable, flexible, and committed to upholding high standards of cleanliness and customer satisfaction. Essential Functions Cleans and maintains buildings/facilities. Performs heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. 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 clients, co-workers, shift coordinators, supervisors, managers, etc. Comply with all safety, security, compliance, and quality standards and procedures established by the Company, Clients, and regulatory authorities. Lift over 20 lbs. when performing several tasks. A cleaner must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned. Responsibilities Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them. Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. May remove stains from such surfaces as rugs, drapes, walls, and floors using chemicals and cleaning solutions. Strips, seals, finishes, and polishes floors. Cleans and vacuums carpeted areas, including application of spot cleaning treatment. Gathers and empties trash. Wipes and cleans tabletops, chairs, and equipment in food areas. Services, cleans, and supplies restrooms. Periodically cleans overhead vents, and dusts blinds. Cleans interior partition glass, windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees. Must keep janitor's 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 such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and possibly checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created. Miscellaneous duties as assigned. Work Environment This position involves working in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments. General Cleaners may be exposed to cleaning chemicals, dust, and varying temperatures. The role requires physical activity including standing, walking, bending, and lifting for extended periods. Equal Employment Opportunity Safeguard Maintenance Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, citizenship, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to integrity, excellence, and diversity among our employees.
Pay:
$21.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Security clearance: Top Secret (Required)
Work Location:
In person