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Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners

ID

work_building_grounds/janitors_and_cleaners_except_maids_and_housekeeping_cleaners

Type

TASK

Children

21

Child Nodes (21)

Service, clean, or supply restrooms.

Gather and empty trash.

Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.

Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.

Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.

Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.

Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.

Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.

Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.

Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or with hand trucks.

Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.

Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow-melting chemicals.

Make adjustments or minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, or electrical systems.

Drive vans, industrial trucks, or other vehicles required to travel to, or to perform, cleaning work.

Spray insecticides or fumigants to prevent insect or rodent infestation.

Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.

Clean chimneys, flues, and connecting pipes, using power or hand tools.

Mow or trim lawns or shrubbery, using mowers or hand or power trimmers, and clear debris from grounds.

Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.