Janitor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Bargreen Ellingson is looking for a Janitor to join our Fife team. This role is responsible for the general upkeep of the offices and warehouse, making certain the building is clean and in orderly condition. They will perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Duties may include, notifying management of need for repairs, and cleaning snow or debris from sidewalk. Job duties may include vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms and small repair work. This position reports to the Distribution Center Administrative Supervisor. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Collect cardboard from around warehouse
• Use cardboard baler
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Dust desks, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Drive vehicles required to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow melting chemicals. Entry way only as needed.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
• Other duties as required by supervisor.

Experience, Education, Skills, and Knowledge:

• Basic Knowledge of repair techniques, or job training alongside and experienced custodian.
• Sanitation for Food Facility
• Finishing/Refinishing Floors
• Forklift Driver

Work Environment:

Generally indoor work environment with variable conditions.

Physical demands:

• Must be able to occasionally reach/lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to crouch or crawl under a 48” high shelf. Ability to ascend and descend a 14” step.
• Must be able to activate phone systems utilizing keyboards and buttons.
• Regularly works in an indoor/office environment and required to sit and/or use repetitive hand motion.
• Frequently required to talk, hear, stand and walk.
• Must be able to work in excess of continuous 8 hours when required.
• Must have the ability to read and discern visual images with 20/20 corrected vision.
• Must be able to speak and communicate clearly over telephones.
• Must be in sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician with no evidence of the use of controlled substances.

Bargreen Ellingson offers a comprehensive benefit program, which includes medical and dental insurance, retirement match, vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave (as mandated by local laws) for all full-time employees. Benefits for part-time employees include retirement match and sick leave (as mandated by local laws). Note: Benefits and eligibility may vary depending on location, position and hours worked. A full summary of benefits will be provided upon hire.

Bargreen Ellingson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Bargreen Ellingson, a federal contractor, participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm authorization to work in the United States.