Title: Janitor I

Reports To: Vocational Trainer

Main Function: Manual labor associated with the daily cleaning of buildings, under supervision, to perform various duties requiring moderate physical strength (able to lift 20 pounds). Typical duties may include some or all of the following: dust mopping, sweeping, wet mopping, dusting, cleaning restrooms, removing trash, polishing furniture, and simple operation of basic mechanical cleaning equipment.

Location: Location will depend on assignment. Work hours may vary according to variable job requirements, assignment of project work, and other financial and contractual obligations.

Examples of Routine Work:

• Monitors public areas and cleans as necessary. May contact supervisor for assistance
• Dust mop, sweep, wet-mop, spray buff and burnish floors
• Some use of power cleaning equipment (vacuum, rotary machines, etc.)
• Vacuum, bonnet buff and extract rugs and carpets
• Scrub and clean restrooms and supply with towels, soap, and other items
• Dust and clean walls, doors, windows, woodwork, polish furniture
• Clean elevators and stairwells
• Monitor outside grounds and/or immediate outside of buildings
• Remove trash
• Remove snow (if applicable)

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability and conditioning to perform all duties of the position including lifting to 50 lbs. at times; up to 25 lbs. occasionally; and 10-15 lbs. frequently.
• Push and pull a variety of equipment. Operate and physically manipulate various floor work equipment, including but not limited to floor scrubbers, buffers and carpet extractors.

• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, walking, stooping, kneeling, standing, reaching and handling of materials. Physical work is a primary part (over 70% of the job).

• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, chemicals and/or loud noises. Requires the ability to wear personal protective equipment as needed.