General Cleaner Home Depot Wilkes Barre 5a-10a

About the role

To perform a variety of cleaning activities in assigned buildings/facilities, keeping them in clean, sanitary, and orderly condition 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). Remove fingerprints and smudges from doorknobs and walls. Spot clean windows with the proper solution.
• Bathroom Cleaning: Wipe down surfaces in the following order using germicidal solution: 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 pattern, 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 for cobwebs at least twice weekly.
  • Check corners and edges for dirt, cobwebs, and debris.
• 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 any issues to prevent complaints.
• 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 customers to someone who can.
  • Report broken or out-of-order items to a supervisor.
  • Work quietly, minimize noise, and stay in assigned areas unless directed otherwise.
  • Maintain a clean and neat personal appearance.
  • Report incomplete work to a supervisor at the end of the shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including floor care (stripping, waxing, extraction, bonneting carpets), auto scrubbing, and buffing floors.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic janitorial operations, methods, materials, and equipment.
• Understanding of safe work practices and the use of toxic/non-toxic chemicals (per MSDS sheets).
• Ability to:
  • Follow oral and written instructions.
  • Communicate effectively 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 for the role, including:
  • Walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods.
  • 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, 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 throughout the shift.
  • Good vision (including depth perception and hand-eye coordination) for cleaning tasks and safety.