Assistant Custodian

Job Summary: Assists Lead Custodian in performing general cleaning and janitorial duties in common areas. Maintains restrooms, lunchroom, offices, and areas open to the public in a clean and orderly manner. Perform cleaning duties, such as: sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, washing walls and glass, removing trash and recycling to designated areas, and dusting. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Maintains a neat and orderly janitors’ room; ensures cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked. Wipe down and disinfect tables, chairs, handles, and doors throughout the building by disinfecting and wiping down in regular intervals. Service, clean, sanitize toilets, sinks, counters, handles, floors, and mirrors in restrooms. Supply restrooms with toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, and Lysol spray. Wipe down microwaves and refrigerators inside and out as needed, or at least monthly. Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming where appropriate. Gather and empty trash into designated areas. Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees. Clean, dust, and polish furniture, walls, machines, and fixtures. Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as unlocking doors at designated times and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created. Other Duties: Arrange magazines in waiting area. Load dishwasher, start cycle, and put away clean dishes daily. Clean out microwaves and refrigerators on a monthly or semi-monthly basis. Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications. Steam-clean or shampoo carpets. Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings. Required Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. Detail-oriented and thorough. Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance such as replacing a light fixture or unclogging pipes. Ability to keep designated areas clean and orderly. Ability to interact with staff and customers while remaining professional, polite, and courteous. #J-18808-Ljbffr