School Janitors - Multiple Shifts

Perform and be responsible for the general cleaning and custodial functions at a large or major school, office or building facility and to perform related duties as assigned.

This job exercises responsibility for the general cleanliness, safety and security of a large school, office or building facility.

Employees receive supervision from Operations, Designee, Site Administrator, or Lead Custodian within a framework of standard policies and procedures.

Day and Evening Shifts available :

• Monday - Friday, 7 : 00am - 3 : 30pm
• Monday - Friday, 2 : 30pm - 11 : 00pm

Job Duties :

• Performs and exercises responsibility for the general janitorial and custodial functions at a large / major site location.
• Informs supervisor of potential problems with custodial staff in a timely manner.
• Directs visitors as necessary.
• Cleans classrooms, restrooms, lunchrooms, offices, and related facilities.
• Sweeps, mops, strips, scrubs, waxes and polishes concrete, vinyl tile and wood floors.
• Vacuums and shampoos mats and carpets.
• Dusts furniture; empties and cleans trash receptacles.
• Cleans walls, furniture, windows, woodwork, chalkboards, lockers, and other equipment.
• Cleans door and window glass and drinking fountains.
• Washes, scrubs, and disinfects restrooms.
• Picks up paper and debris; rakes, sweeps, and cleans walkways and entrances.
• Locks and unlocks doors and gates to ensure security of buildings, offices and related areas.
• Operates cleaning equipment such as vacuum, floor stripper, floor cleaning and polishing machines, etc.
• Assists in the set up and arrangement of furniture and facilities for meetings and other special events daily to include arranging chairs, desks, equipment, etc.

including using a computerized room reservation booking system.

• Responds to emergency cleanups, such as spills.
• Takes appropriate measures to safeguard school property, including reporting safety, sanitary and / or fire hazards and needed repair work to appropriate authority and supervisor.
• May make deliveries.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
Benefits :
• Medical
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Employee Assistance

Requirements :

• Respond promptly to requests of internal and external clients; provide needed information, assistance, training, materials and resources.
• Plan, organize and prioritize own work to meet deadlines and accomplish assigned tasks within established timelines including maintaining accurate records and files.
• Read and understand English at a level required to safely perform job duties.
• Maintain an orderly work environment and perform tasks in prescribed and safe manner.
• Maintain and improve professional skills and knowledge.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during performance of job duties.
• Be flexible and receptive to change.
• Safely use cleaning agents, materials and equipment with skill and efficiency.
• Understand and apply principles, techniques and procedures required for effective job performance.
• Maintain calmness and patience in stressful situations.
• Understand and follow both oral and written instructions; communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties.
• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, materials, tools and equipment; quantities of materials needed for custodial work;
• safe use and operation of equipment and chemicals used in janitorial and custodial work; safe work practices, including Bloodborne Pathogens protocols;

and basic computer skills, including email and room reservation software.

• Must have sufficient mobility to stoop, reach, climb, kneel, and move about to perform job duties.
• Must be able to communicate with staff, students, and parents quickly, accurately, and effectively in routine conversational situations to be aware of safety, cleanliness, and maintenance issues around the school.
• Must be able to express self clearly and effectively with staff about safety and health issues during a busy and often noisy environment.
• Must be able to detect visual and non-visual warning signs of equipment malfunction and other possibly hazardous conditions in the work environment.
• Must be able to discern spontaneous warnings and other communications from staff and supervisors in emergency situations.
• Must be able to exchange information about tasks and duties effectively and accurately with supervisors and staff.

ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Req ID : T1108283