Janitor - Extra-Help Janitor

Merced County; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Merced County is seeking janitorial staff for both Full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help employees are limited to 25 hours per week, with pay at $18.22 per hour.

The role involves cleaning facilities, maintaining restrooms, moving furniture, and following safety procedures. A valid California driver's license is required, and prior janitorial experience is preferred. This position requires reliability and the ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Some janitorial experience in a commercial or equivalent environment is preferable.
• Possess a valid California driver's license at time of application and maintain.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others in writing, in person and over the telephone.
• Lift and move with help objects weighing up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, waste removal and equipment & furniture moving in County offices.
• Communicate effectively with others in writing, in person and over the telephone.
• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
• Lift and move with help objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Provide outstanding customer service.

Skills

Cleaning

Safety compliance

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Examples of Duties

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both Full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is $18.22 per hour.

• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• Conducts major cleaning of assigned facilities.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms, empties and cleans waste receptacles.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications, strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Notify managers concerning the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees. Cleans and maintains furnishings by cleaning, dusting and polishing furniture, woodwork, metal work and cabinets.
• Cleans stairways, hallways, rest rooms, offices, lobbies, ceilings, walls, window shades, light fixtures, interior glass partitions and venetian blinds.
• Assists in moving and arranging furniture and equipment.
• May operate County vehicles to deliver and pick up supplies, equipment and other items as assigned.

Examples of Duties

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both Full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is $18.22 per hour.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• Conducts major cleaning of assigned facilities.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms, empties and cleans waste receptacles.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications, strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Notify managers concerning the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees. Cleans and maintains furnishings by cleaning, dusting and polishing furniture, woodwork, metal work and cabinets.
• Cleans stairways, hallways, rest rooms, offices, lobbies, ceilings, walls, window shades, light fixtures, interior glass partitions and venetian blinds.
• Assists in moving and arranging furniture and equipment.
• May operate County vehicles to deliver and pick up supplies, equipment and other items as assigned.

Experience

Minimum Qualifications

Some janitorial experience in a commercial or equivalent environment is preferable.

License

Possess a valid California driver's license at time of application and maintain.

Essential Functions

• Perform cleaning, waste removal and equipment & furniture moving in County offices.
• Communicate effectively with others in writing, in person and over the telephone.
• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
• Perform job duties under stressful conditions.
• Respond appropriately to situations.
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
• Lift and move with help objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Provide outstanding customer service.
• Frequent sitting or standing for extended periods.
• Occasional walking for extended periods over uneven terrain.
• Occasional climbing stairs or ladders.
• Driving, pushing/pulling and bending/squatting.
• Constant use of overall visual capabilities.
• Frequent use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Normal dexterity with constant holding, frequent grasping, reaching, repetitive motion and occasional use of hand and shop tools and equipment.
• Constant hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone and in person;
• Occasional exposure to physical and chemical agents.
• Occasional overtime, weekend, and holiday assignments
• Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions and indoor industrial conditions including heat/cold, dust, chemical residues, allergens, odors, and poor ventilation.
• Regular attendance is an essential function.

Knowledge Of

• Janitorial supplies and cleaning methods.
• Proper use of janitorial equipment.
• Proper use of materials and procedures used for cleaning purposes.
• Safe work practices.
• Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Ability To

• Clean and care for an assigned area and equipment.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
• Work on own initiative without close supervision.

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