Janitor​/Cleaner

Description

The School Janitor maintains buildings in a clean and orderly condition. Performs heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing trash.

The School Janitor maintains buildings in a clean and orderly condition. Performs heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing trash.

The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees.

St. Teresa Catholic School is looking for a part‑time, evening janitor/cleaning person. The school janitor maintains buildings in a clean and orderly condition. Performs heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing trash. The working hours of this position are after school beginning no earlier than 3pm, except a beginning time of 2pm on Wednesday is permitted.

Nightly hours are not to exceed 4 hours.

• Cleans classrooms, hallways, washrooms, lavatories, rooms, drinking fountains, offices, cafeteria, gym, entrances, etc., on a daily basis.
• Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Removes trash by emptying trash containers; transports materials to disposal area; recycles materials.
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Cleans windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
• Requisition s supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Dusts furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Steam cleans or shampoos carpets.
• Moves heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually with assistance or by using hand trucks.
• Sets up, arranges, or removes decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Continually monitors timeliness to achieve timely completion of all jobs.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.

High School diploma or equivalent required. Related experience in similar position is preferred. Must successfully pass Diocesan background screening and Safe Environment Training.

The ability to communicate, listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Strong command of both written and spoken English language.

The working hours of this position are not limited to an 8‑hour day. This person will need to be available in the evening and weekends, as needed. Must be willing to work in conditions of stress and function well under pressure.

Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing 15 feet and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials 30 pounds.