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Janitor
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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.
$32,130 / year median in Tennessee
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary The Janitor is responsible for the general housekeeping and upkeep of the offices, plant break rooms and restrooms, and all other non-manufacturing/maintenance areas. Works under immediate supervision; relies on specific direction and instructions. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Mops floors, vacuums offices, and dusts and wipes down desks, counters, and other surfaces in the office and break rooms. Cleans and scrubs toilets in restrooms. Cleans and scrubs refrigerator, microwaves, and ice machine. Ensures adequate supply of toilet paper, soap and paper towels is available in restrooms. Reports any problems or issues with equipment in restrooms and/or break rooms. Maintains adequate inventory on cleaning supplies Performs other duties as required Qualifications Minimum 6 months of experience in housekeeping is preferred. Ability to work in a safe manner Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions Demonstrate ability to use tools and other equipment as required Ability to pay attention to surroundings Ability to identify safety issues in their work area, and notice equipment malfunctions Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English. Ability to work under immediate supervision Ability to pass a drug test Ability to work hours mandated by management The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.