Janitor Lead - Evening

Pay

$18.25 per hour

Position Summary

Under limited supervision, the Janitorial Lead Worker leads a work team of diverse individuals, while prioritizing, assigning and coordinating team activities to clean and detail assigned facilities at the customer site, ensuring that the assigned facilities are clean and free of safety hazards. This job class requires practical skill and knowledge of janitorial practices, equipment, supplies and procedures and the ability to perform quality work with attention to knowing and using safe work practices.

Typical Duties

• Prioritize and assign tasks, including coordination of work schedules to ensure coverage, rebalancing as necessary for special projects and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain supplies, stock and equipment to ensure proper operation and safe condition.
• Understand and train workers in the safe and proper use of products and equipment to meet quality and safety standards.
• Train and assist workers in performing duties, working alongside them on the same tasks.
• Perform cleaning services using proper equipment and supplies, and follow procedures for safe use and operation.
• Clean and detail facilities: remove trash; dust/polish equipment, furniture, or fixtures; vacuum carpets; clean walls; arrange furniture; and clean window blinds.
• Clean lavatories, showers, and restrooms using correct chemicals on all surfaces; dust and wipe‑down fixtures, fill dispensers, empty trash containers, and mop and deodorize floors.
• Clean assigned common areas (hallways, stairwells, cafeterias/break areas); remove trash, line containers with clean bags, clean tables and microwaves, and fill dispensers.
• Clean spills.
• When trained, oversee the waxing and buffing of floors on a regular basis.
• Monitor progress of tasks and inspect completed work, including outside grounds, to ensure quality.
• Investigate discrepancies and report them to management, recommending improvements to resolve issues.
• Oversee cleaning and maintenance of janitorial equipment to ensure proper operation and safe condition.
• Monitor usage of inventory, supplies and equipment; initiate supply/repair orders when inventory is low or replacements/repairs are required.
• Prepare records and reports as needed.
• Maintain a good relationship with workers and customers; frequent travel between facilities or buildings may be required, and a company vehicle may be used.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must meet all requirements of the worker position being led.
• At least one year of janitorial, building maintenance, or related experience.
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and/or physical challenges preferred.
• Knowledge of company safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of departmental operations, procedures, and organizational policies.
• Ability to manage material resources and time, and to work independently and as a team.
• Knowledge of specialized departmental equipment used in janitorial services.
• Ability to train employees in proper departmental practices and procedures, including safety and proper use of PPE, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, present information, respond to questions from managers, workers, clients, customers, and others, and to escalate matters appropriately.
• Human‑relations skills to build effective working relationships.
• Mathematical ability including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities.
• Demonstrated organizational, problem‑solving, and common‑sense skills.
• Ability to travel to local facilities on a frequent basis.

Education Requirements

Not applicable.

Certificates Required

• Valid driver’s license (may be required depending on local, state, and/or contract requirements).

Physical Requirements

• Maneuvering in and around the worksite.
• Standing and walking.
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, and stooping.
• Lifting boxes or equipment weighing up to 35 pounds, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Pushing or pulling objects such as vacuums, carts, mops, etc.; may be required to push/pull equipment weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Grasping both small and large objects.
• Climbing ladders and/or step stools.

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office environment or at a customer’s location, such as a commissary, federal courthouse, or military base. Employees may be exposed to toxic chemicals, noise from equipment in a maintenance environment, and, depending on indoor and outdoor conditions, exposure to cold or heat.