Janitor Job Description

A janitor is a worker employed to clean the premises of schools, hospitals, offices, and recreation centers.

Since janitors are often cleaning buildings or facilities on a daily basis, the job is often plain, but physically demanding.

Janitors work in facilities that range from schools to office buildings.

The job of a janitor can include tasks like sweeping, mopping, trash removal, vacuuming, cleaning windows, and cleaning bathrooms.

Janitors usually work a standard 40-hour week, but many work overtime as the need arises.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Janitor to help keep our office clean and tidy. The Janitor will be responsible for sweeping and mopping floors, emptying trashcans, and cleaning bathrooms. Apply today!

Janitor Duties:

• Maintain cleanliness of building, including restrooms, lobbies, offices, and trash removal
• Schedule cleanings of indoor units and common areas of building
• Drain cleaning and vacuuming floors
• Empty trash receptacles
• Clean exterior of building, including windows, doors, and stairs
• Sort and stack garbage
• Clean windows, doors, and walls
• Remove graffiti
• Adhere to legal regulations, building and safety codes, and other requirements

Janitor Responsibilities:

• Clean, maintain, and replace equipment and premises, including offices, restrooms, conference rooms, hallways, and stairwells
• Monitor security, fire, and life safety systems
• Perform general cleaning duties, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, trash removal, and emptying waste receptacles
• Maintain facility appearance, and ensure cleanliness of all restrooms and kitchens
• Ensure all inventory and equipment are accounted for
• Maintain inventory, including food and supplies
• Assist with moving and storage of items
• Maintain overall cleanliness, order, and appearance of assigned work areas
• Maintain safe, orderly, and sanitary working conditions
• Clean and disinfect surfaces, including desks, chairs, telephones, and walls
• Use floor care equipment, including cleaning machines, sweepers, and scrubbers

Requirements And Skills:

• 2+ years experience in janitorial or custodial work
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Strong oral communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to interact positively and productively with co-workers, visitors, and supervisors

At [Company Name], we are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, gender expressions, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.