Summary
Keeps an assigned building and surrounding premises clean and orderly using janitorial equipment and supplies.
Essential Functions
- Sweep, mop, and wax floors; clean and vacuum carpets;
- Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, shelves, etc; empty and clean waste receptacles; wash windows and walls;
- Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies;
- Maintain equipment and materials used in cleaning work, including hand tools and automated equipment;
- Clean and maintain nearby paved and planted areas;
- Do minor repair work including unstopping drains and repairing faucets;
- Operate forklifts and other moving equipment;
- Remove debris and litter from public areas;
- Set up rooms for special events and meetings;
- Interact with visitors and patrons;
- Perform related duties as directed.
Qualifications
Completion of the tenth grade and one year of experience or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:
Physical exam required
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- The methods and equipment used in janitorial work.
Ability to:
- Use machines and equipment including a buffer, shampoo machine, vacuum, floor stripper, mop, broom, and related cleaning implements;
- Communicate effectively with others;
- Follow oral and written instructions.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds;
- Frequently carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally carry up to 50 pounds;
- Frequently walk and stand during the shift;
- Occasionally bend and kneel;
- Frequently climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding, poles and inclined surfaces;
- Continuously flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees;
- Occasionally rotate upper body to the right or left while sitting or standing;
- Frequently reach above, at, or below shoulder height;
- Frequently push and pull objects.
Application must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock. Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock.
