Janitor

FLSA: Non-exempt (Hourly) REVISED: April 06, 2021

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor

SUPERVISES: None

Position Summary:

Responsible for ensuring the building interior and exterior are maintained in a healthy, safe, and presentable manner. Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish, as well as performing routine maintenance activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.

• Gather and empty trash.

• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.

• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

• Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors.

• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

• Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.

• Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.

• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.

• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.

• Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.

• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization’s service to its guests by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.

• Provides responsive, meaningful and compassionate service to all guests as outlined in the organizations Guest Service Charter.

• Applies the principles of The Animal Foundation’s Core Values toward the goal of bettering self, the organization and others.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Equivalent to a High School diploma, preferred

License & Certification Requirements:

Some positions may require the incumbent to be at least 21 years of age, and possess and maintain a valid Class C Nevada Driver License. For these positions, incumbents under age 25 must possess and maintain a clean driving record, and be licensed for at least three years prior. Those over age 25 must possess and maintain a safe driving record that will allow for acceptable insurance risk to the Foundation.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of guest service.

• Standard administrative practices and procedures, including record keeping systems and the operation of office equipment, computers, and associated software.

• Practices, methods and terminology related to the various areas involved in building and facility maintenance.

• Applicable laws, codes and regulations.

• Computer applications related to the work.

• Safety principles, practices and equipment related to the work.

• Techniques for dealing effectively with co-workers and the public, in person and over the telephone.

• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Skill in:

• Understanding basic instructions, written and oral.

• Maintaining accurate records of work performed.

• Using initiative and independent judgment within established policy guidelines.

• Communicating effectively in written and oral forms.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Physical ability and mobility to work in a typical office environment. Strength to lift and/or move materials weighing up to 10 pounds frequently, 25 pounds occasionally. Vision to read printed materials. Stamina to sit and work with a computer for an extended period of time. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Team members are continuously exposed to animals, animal waste, cleaning chemicals, high noise and potentially hazardous conditions, including the risk of animal bites and occasional work outdoors for extended periods of time while exposed to cold and extremely hot temperatures.

All team members work in a culture of continuous improvement and are expected to support our mission. Team members must be able to clearly articulate our goals, actively participate in outstanding guest service, and accept responsibility for maintaining our culture of philanthropy.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected of this position. This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive listing or description of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of incumbents in the job.

I have read and understand the above to be a general description of the duties, physical demands and occupational exposures of the position for which I am being hired.