Janitorial & Grounds Maintenance Worker

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for performing janitorial and grounds keeping tasks at KAC and multiple off site contracted locations.

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, office spaces, and assigned facility spaces
• Empty trash cans and pick up litter
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and wash floors
• Restock supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
• Clean windows, mirrors, and glass surfaces
• Perform light maintenance tasks as assigned
• Seasonal yard work, i.e. cutting grass, snow shoveling, weeding, leaf pick up etc.
• Operate power and manual equipment
• Maintain tools and supplies and report any repairs or replacements needed
• Work with various cleaning chemicals to perform a variety of cleaning tasks
• Work outside in all types of weather, i.e. snow, wind, rain and heat
• Work effectively with a culturally diverse staff and the public
• Perform all other duties as required

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications for this position include:

• Physical capacity to work inside and in the outdoor environment in all-weather
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to understand labels attached to various cleaning materials and equipment
• Reliable transportation to get to worksites

Preferred qualifications include a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, kneel and stoop. Approximately 90% of time will be spent walking or standing.

The employee must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry a minimum of 50 pounds alone, 80 pounds with help, and must be able to reach, twist, stoop, kneel, bend, walk up & down steps, and climb step ladder on a frequent basis.