Facility Cleaner

Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Facilities Cleaner to join our team and contribute to maintaining a clean and organized environment within our facilities. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and take pride in ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene. The Facilities Cleaner will be responsible for performing various cleaning and maintenance duties to ensure the premises are safe, sanitary, and inviting for employees, visitors, and clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, kitchen areas, and common spaces. Ensure all surfaces are free from dirt, debris, and germs.
• Empty and clean waste containers regularly. Dispose of trash and recyclables in designated areas.
• Monitor and maintain adequate supply of trash bags, paper towels, soap, and other cleaning supplies.
• Clean, polish, and maintain floors. This includes, but is not limited to, mopping, waxing, and buffing floors as necessary.
• Notify management of any repairs or replacements needed for flooring materials.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors to maintain a clear and streak-free appearance.
• Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies as needed. Keep an organized inventory of cleaning materials and notify the Facilities Manager when supplies need to be reordered.
• Follow all safety guidelines and protocols while handling cleaning chemicals and operating cleaning equipment. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Coordinate cleaning activities with other facilities staff to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
• Collaborate with other departments to support their cleaning needs during special events or projects.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and pressure washers.
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in cleaning tasks.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively organize assigned work so that job tasks are performed efficiently, accurately, according to schedule.
• Previous experience in janitorial, housekeeping, or custodial work a plus

General Physical Requirements: moderate to heavy work – required to exert up to 40 lbs. of force regularly, occasionally, up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 75 lbs. of force rarely.

• Working Conditions: this position is subject to an inside working environment and will be exposed to:

• noise - loud, sharp, extended, impulse; up to, and occasionally more than, 85dBA (which may require use of hearing protection)
• vibration - directed to hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders from the use of electric cleaning tools like vacuums and floor buffers
• Physical Activities, Ergonomic Considerations: this position will be exposed to:

• standing, walking for majority of work shift
• reaching in any direction, above and below shoulder level
• lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing objects weighing up to 30 lbs.
• performing work in a crouched, squatting, kneeling, or stooped position (body bent forward and down from waist) for extended periods of time,
• repetitive grasping, pinching with fingers; repetitive pulling, pushing, twisting of wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
• stepping up to work surfaces up to 26 inches in height.

HME is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants. HME prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.