General cleaner job description
A general cleaner is an individual in charge of maintaining a level of cleanliness in a given place of business. Their duties include dusting, sweeping and vacuuming, washing various office spaces, and restocking cleaning supplies.
Example general cleaner requirements on a job description
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs
- Previous cleaning experience
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Available to work flexible hours
- Attention to detail
- Commitment to safety guidelines
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to follow instructions
General cleaner job description example 1
Wantable general cleaner job description
The General Cleaner will be responsible for the cleanliness of our fulfillment center, including but not limited to keeping the building clean, maintaining restrooms, cleaning break rooms and disposing of trash. This position reports to the FC Manager. This is a full-time, third shift position.
*Starting pay is $16.00/hour
Primary Responsibilities
Clean office, break room and restrooms. Dispose of all office and warehouse trash daily and after breaks, as needed. Duties included sweeping, vacuuming, mopping and similar cleaning. Other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Skills
Self-motivated and well organized. Motivation to manage time efficiently with minimal supervision. Experience cleaning and maintaining an office, warehouse or similar facility. Experience with light repair work, use of tools and assembling furniture is preferred but not required. Able to lift 50 or more pounds. Able to be on feet an entire 8-hour shift. Excellent problem-solving ability. Capacity to work well with others. Valid driver's license.
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. Daily attendance is required.
The employee is occasionally required to sit but will mostly be on their feet the entire shift. The employee must climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
General cleaner job description example 2
Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries, Inc. general cleaner job description
SITE: YMCA – 335 West Broad Street – Pataskala, Ohio 43062
DAYS/HOURS: Up to 20 hours per week – Tuesday and Wednesday 7:30pm to 12:00am - Friday and Sunday 5:30pm to 10:00pm Starting and ending hours are flexible within 1 hour
PAY: $14.00/hour – Non-Exempt
DUTIES:
This position is responsible for completing janitorial cleaning of an assigned area. General cleaning tasks include, but are not limited to: Vacuuming, sweeping, wet and dust mopping, trash removal, restroom cleaning, vent cleaning, wall washing, window washing, high and low dusting, and detail cleaning. Floor care tasks: strip, wax, scrub and buff floors and shampoo carpets.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Be able to pass BCI background check.
- Employer conducts pre-employment drug test.
SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Have good customer service skills and be able to communicate well with the public.
- If applicable to job site; employee must have the physical ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, stoop, squat, and reach as required to complete the job.
- Be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
- Be able to meet the established quality control standards.
- Work independently and unsupervised.
- Have attention to detail.
BENEFITS: Paid Training, 26% Discount at Goodwill Retail Stores, 26% Discount at The Grove Camp Ground, 26% Discount Off Banquet Rentals at The Grove, 10% Discount at Goodwill Used Cars, Special New Furniture Pricing, Employee Appreciation Day, Recognition Programs, Scholarships, Family Day Camps, Vision and Dental Insurance for Purchase, Life Insurance, Advancement Opportunities
APPLY ONLINE! Complete application for this position on our website at www.goodwillnewark.com. Please be prepared to upload, paste or type your resume when prompted. Applications may also be submitted by mail, fax or in person at the Administrative Building during regular office hours.
Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries, Inc. participates in state and federal training and employment programs. All applicants must meet program eligibility standards as required by law.
EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability
General cleaner job description example 3
WFF Facility Services general cleaner job description
- Sweeping, dusting, dust mopping, damp mopping, vacuuming, removing trash, recycling, cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and locker rooms, polishing outside area within 10 feet of entryways, washing windows, removal or snow and ice, cleaning of desks/walls/ furniture/ doors/ entry glass/ interior glass/countertops/chalkboards/ whiteboards/blinds and light fixtures, and any other duties as directed by custodial supervisor or his/her designated representative.
Job Requirements
- Excellent work history
- Team focused approach requiring ability to work with others and take direction
- Physically demanding fast-paced environment requiring ability to work efficiently with attention to detail
- Reliable transportation
- Background check required
Supervisory Responsibility
No supervisory responsibility
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.
Education: High school degree preferred, but not required.
Certifications: N/A
Experience: Previous cleaning experience a plus.
Travel
Minimal travel is required.
Physical and Working Conditions
- Ability to reach, bend, stoop, wipe, push and pull.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks with production and service time frames as established by the company.
- Ability to work with various temperatures extreme from hot to cold.
IND123
HES delivers a very personal and caring experience to each of the campuses we serve. This requires that we forge close relationships at every level within the organization. Our team members will have daily engagement with students and/or faculty and should possess a positive demeanor, customer service and problem-solving skills.
Custodians are responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of all assigned areas. Custodians perform any combination of cleaning duties to maintain the daily upkeep and cleanliness of the facility.