Job: Shop Janitor

Lenco Industries
10 Betnr Industrial Drive
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Phone:413-443-7359
Fax:413-443-2419
Website:lencoarmor.com

Company Description:
Lenco is proud to serve as the nation’s leading designer and builder of tactical armored vehicles for Police, Fire, EMS, Military and Government agencies worldwide. Lenco is a well-respected, family-owned & operated business in our third generation and has been quietly growing in the Berkshires since 1981. With over 110 employees and three Pittsfield manufacturing facilities totaling over 160,000 SF, our staff enjoys clean, bright, organized workspaces; top notch equipment and company safety protocols that prioritize our employees’ health, safety and well-being. Our company culture reflects a cooperative team spirit and feeling of accomplishment producing world class response & rescue vehicles that are highly regarded and internationally recognized as protecting and saving countless lives. Our business is growing, and we seek hard-working & dedicated people who value the pay, benefits, work environment and job satisfaction our company offers. Please visit www.LencoArmor.com to learn more.

Job Title:
Shop Janitor
Salary Range:Location:
$18.00 - $19.00 Per Hour Pittsfield
Job Type:Category:
Full TimeCleaning Services
Education Level:Work Experience:
High School or Equivalent
2+
Skills/Certifications/Licenses:
Fork Truck Certification - Preference: Nice to have
Driver's License - Preference: Required
Industrial/Commercial Cleaning - Preference: Required
Description:

JOB SUMMARY: The Shop Janitor is responsible for keeping the building in a clean and orderly condition.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming daily and as needed
• Service and clean all restrooms
• Dust walls, machines and equipment
• Clean windows
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and grounds and building maintenance as necessary
• Remove snow from walkways using snow shovels and spread snow melting chemicals
• Liaise with supervisor on problems to achieve efficient repair
• Identify abnormalities and repairs required within the building and advise the supervisors accordingly
• Identify areas of process improvement, cost and waste reduction
• Work in an efficient and timely manner
• Undertake relevant training and development as required
• Carry out duties within a realistic time line ensuring that deadlines are met
• Maintain cooperative working relationship and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies either manually or by using hand trucks
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs and trash receptacles to prepare facilities for company events and meetings
• Adhere to and carry out existing work practices, procedures and policies
• Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate
• Understand and comply with safety and environmental policies
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:
• Fork lift experience preferred
• Experience cleaning industrial/commercial buildings required

EDUCATION:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS:
• Ability to become forklift certified
• Valid driver’s license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Must be meticulous in attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision
• Excellent listening skills
• Take and understand measurements
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to maintain focus
• Meet deadlines
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, divide and multiply)
• Basic reading abilities
• Ability to write legibly
• Follow safety and materials policies and procedures

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Must be able to pass physical exam
• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 lbs.
• Ability to exert maximum force to pull and carry objects.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, squat and kneel
• Vision a minimum 20/40 with or without corrective lenses
• Good hearing

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
• Lenco Industries supports and complies with all Federal and State Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) requirements. All employees are required to comply with and participate in all Lenco Industries’ SHE programs. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Working safely is a precondition of employment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.