ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Sweeps, vacuums, and/or mops offices, bathrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas on daily basis.
• Empties trash cans and removes debris from common areas and grounds as necessary.
• Cleans up spills in the event of unexpected accidents.
• Cleans and sanitizes bathroom sinks, commodes, and water fountains on a daily basis.
• Vacuums carpeted rooms and common areas according to established schedules.
• Assists with ordering and maintaining an adequate inventory of cleaning equipment and supplies and stocking bathrooms and closets with needed supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Removes hand prints and cleans windows and glass doors.
• Moves all furniture and strips and waxes floors as needed.
• Cleans windows, mirrors, and walls when necessary.
• Interacts with co-workers, vendors, clientele, and the public to provide general knowledge.
• Replaces light bulbs and performs other routine maintenance activities when required.
• Prepares facilities for special meetings and/or events and cleans up afterward.
• Picks up supplies as needed.
• Performs related duties as required.

NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

Experience working with cleaning equipment and supplies; some experience working with the public. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job; ability to consistently adhere to established operating policies and procedures and work schedules; or any equivalent combination of education or experience to provide the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Knowledge of safety procedures involved with cleaning supplies and precautions pertaining to the proper handling and disposal of cleaning chemicals.
• Knowledge of cleaning materials, equipment, supplies, and materials used in an institutional setting.
• Knowledge of floor maintenance practices and methods including the stripping and waxing of various types of floor surfaces including wood, linoleum tile, and marble.
• Some knowledge of routine maintenance procedures involving public facilities.
• Ability to plan and organize daily activities to complete established work assignments and assist other staff when needed.
• Ability to react to emergency or unexpected events in a prompt and responsive manner.
• Ability to determine the overall cleanliness and sanitation of public facilities and address any identified deficiencies.
• Ability to consistently adhere to established operating policies, procedures, and schedules.
• Ability to interact successfully with co-workers, vendors, and the public.
• Skill in the operation of floor maintenance equipment including dust mops, vacuum cleaners, and buffers.

The Anderson County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Signatures below indicate the receipt and review of this job description by the employee assigned to the job and the immediate supervisor.