Janitor

American Furniture Warehouse is proud to offer an excellent and comprehensive benefits package for our employees!

• Low Deductibles on Medical Plans
• Great Dental coverage
• Excellent Vision program
• Flex Expenses Account for both Medical and Dependent Day Care
• Life/AD&D Insurance available for Employees and Dependents
• Reasonable Long-Term Disability Premiums
• Unum Supplemental Plans Including Short Term Disability, Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness
• Ultimate Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) and 401(k) Roth Retirement Savings Plan Perks
• Family-owned company that cares about its employees
• Convenient Wellness Program
• Vacation Pay (Earned after the first 90 days of employment)
• Sick Pay (Earning begins at date of hire)
• Paid weekly
• Holiday Pay and Two Personal Holidays after 60 days
• Multiple Employee Discount Offers
• Years of Service Recognition Program

The Janitor's role is integral to the customer experience and the operations of the entire building. The position will include maintaining a clean show floor and warehouse environment. We can't do what we do without a professional in the janitor role. The right candidate will be committed to and exemplify the values of the organization, and maintain a calm and professional demeanor in a fast-paced retail environment. We have to work together and will need to adapt to change quickly. Commitment and an eye for attention to detail are critical qualities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Gather and empty trash and other rubbish
• Clean restroom areas, top to bottom, including men’s, women’s, and unisex restrooms and supply restrooms, break rooms or other areas with supplies.
• Signing off on cleaning logs signifying that the area was cleaned thoroughly.
• Dust, clean, and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and equipment, to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Monitor safety by performing such tasks as locking doors and checking electrical equipment use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs to building operating systems.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of blood-borne pathogens (BBP) and the ability to safely clean blood-borne pathogens (BBP).
• Various other job duties as asked by supervisor.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

• Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to adapt to and work effectively within a constantly changing environment.
• Organization and attention to detail
• High energy level
Persistence

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of previous janitorial experience
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals
Previous safety training and/or certifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, manual dexterity
• Vision abilities required include close, distance, and depth perception
• Lifting of 50 pounds
• Ability to walk long distances on hard surfaces
• Ability to work under fluorescent lighting
• Climate is affected by outside conditions.
• Considerable exterior noise

Pay Grade A: $17.00

A pre-employment drug screen and background check must be passed upon the job offer.

American Furniture Warehouse provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.