General Cleaner Academy Sport Knoxville M,W,F,S AM shift

About the role

To perform a variety of cleaning activities in assigned buildings/facilities, keeping them clean, sanitary, and orderly, and to perform other tasks related to the area of assignment.

Responsibilities

• High Dusting: Using a treated high duster, clean surfaces above shoulder height in a counter-clockwise direction (e.g., lights above doors, curtain tips, vents, and ledges). Gently brush the duster downward into the service cart.
• Sanitizing / Spot Cleaning: Using a germicidal solution, sanitize surfaces below shoulder height (e.g., ledges, chairs, telephones, countertops, and trashcans) in a counter-clockwise direction. Remove fingerprints and smudges from doorknobs and walls. Spot clean windows with the proper solution.
• Bathroom Cleaning: Using germicidal solution, wipe down in this order: above and below sink, toilet seat, outside of toilet bowl. Clean the inside of the toilet with a Johnnie Mop and germicidal solution, paying attention to the rim. Refill soap and paper dispensers as needed. Empty trash cans, wipe if liquid is present, and replace liners.
• Floor Dusting or Vacuuming: Use a treated dust mophead in an “S” stroke starting at the back of the room. Dust under furniture and just inside restroom doors. Clean the mophead with a counter brush and dispose of dust. When vacuuming, start at the back of the room and work toward the door, ensuring to clean under chairs and furniture.
• Grounds Care:
  • Empty and clean ash urns and trash cans.
  • Police sidewalks, flower beds, and curb lines for trash and cigarette butts.
  • Spot clean spills on sidewalks, remove gum with a scraper, and wipe benches and vending machines.
  • Clean lower window ledges, high dust for cobwebs, and clean public area glass as needed.
  • Police parking lots for trash.
• Public Common Areas:
  • Dust mop and spot mop main hallways.
  • Clean glass several times daily.
  • Clean planters and remove bird waste.
  • High dust window areas and check corners for cobwebs or debris at least twice weekly.
• Food Court:
  • Clean, remove trash, and sanitize tables; place chairs back under tables.
  • Spot clean spills.
  • Empty and clean trash cans.
  • Remove dirty trays to the wash room, clean using a tray power washer, and stack clean trays for reuse.
  • Police outside eating areas.
• Floor Sanitizing: Using germicidal solution, start at the back of the room and mop under furniture and behind doors while backing out.
• Inspection: Mentally review cleaning steps and visually check furniture placement after completing a room. Correct as needed.
• Daily Tasks: Clean halls, lobbies, stairs, water fountains, furniture, and perform wall spotting and high dusting.
• Customer Relations and Service:
  • Knock lightly before entering occupied rooms.
  • Be friendly, cheerful, and courteous to customers; answer questions helpfully or refer them to someone who can.
  • Report broken or out-of-order items to your supervisor.
  • Work quietly and minimize noise.
  • Stay in your assigned work area unless directed otherwise by your supervisor.
  • Maintain a clean and neat personal appearance.
  • Report to your supervisor if work is not completed by the end of your shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including floor care (stripping and waxing floors), carpet extraction and bonneting, auto scrubbing, and buffing of floors.

Requirements

• Knowledge of:
  • Basic operations of janitorial work.
  • Methods, materials, and equipment used in janitorial work.
  • Safe work practices.
  • Use of toxic and non-toxic chemicals (per MSDS sheets).
• Ability to:
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Communicate sufficiently with co-workers and supervisors.
  • Operate powered and non-powered janitorial equipment.
  • Interpret written instructions and warning labels on cleaning chemicals.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties, including:
  • Walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods.
  • Operating powered and non-powered equipment.
  • Lifting/carrying 1–30 lbs of equipment, supplies, or trash.
  • Pushing/pulling with both hands and arms, exerting 5–35 lbs of force.
  • Climbing stairs and ladders while cleaning upper areas or drapes.
  • Bending, twisting, and balancing at the waist, knees, and neck throughout the shift.
  • Kneeling, crouching, or crawling while cleaning lower areas or retrieving supplies.
  • Reaching, handling, grasping, and fingering while operating equipment or cleaning surfaces.
  • Overhead reaching required throughout the shift.
  • Good vision for performing cleaning tasks and maintaining safety standards, including depth perception and hand-eye coordination.