Job Summary

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly environment throughout the company’s premises. The position involves cleaning offices, bathrooms, common areas, workspaces, and other assigned areas while following established cleaning procedures, health and safety standards, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize offices, bathrooms, kitchens, lunchrooms, corridors, stairways, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors as required.
• Dust and wipe furniture, desks, windowsills, doors, fixtures, and other surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect washrooms, toilets, sinks, mirrors, and other sanitary facilities.
• Empty and properly dispose of garbage and recyclable materials.
• Replenish toilet paper, hand soap, paper towels, and other cleaning supplies.
• Clean windows, glass doors, and other glass surfaces as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of outdoor areas, entrances, walkways, and surrounding spaces where assigned.
• Perform deep-cleaning duties periodically or as instructed.
• Report damaged equipment, leaks, pest concerns, maintenance issues, or safety hazards to the supervisor.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment and use cleaning chemicals according to manufacturer and company instructions.
• Maintain proper storage and organization of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ensure cleaning supplies are adequately stocked and notify the supervisor when supplies need to be replenished.
• Follow proper health, safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
• Assist with cleaning after meetings, events, spills, or other special activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working in offices or around employees and customers.
• Perform other cleaning and housekeeping duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 3 CXC/CSEC passes or equivalent is an asset.
• Previous experience in janitorial, housekeeping, cleaning, or maintenance work is preferred.
• Experience working in an office, commercial building, school, healthcare facility, hotel, or similar environment would be an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, sanitation procedures, and safe handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Training in Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), housekeeping, or cleaning procedures would be an asset.

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, honest, and responsible.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• Professional and respectful attitude.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of cleanliness.
• Safety-conscious and careful when handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and lift cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks.
• Ability to work in different indoor and outdoor environments.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, or public holidays where required.