Cleaner maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in assigned areas, requiring a KCSE with 1+ year experience in cleaning, in an academic environment, on-site role.
Key
Responsibilities
- Cleaning
of surfaces and floors in assigned classrooms, corridors, and offices to
maintain a hygienic environment.
- Perform
specialized cleaning in designated areas such as Hostels, Laboratories,
Halls and Workshops,
- Cleaning
of other buildings within the Institution e.g., Halls and Hostels
- Mop
floors and promptly address any water spills or hazards to maintain a safe
environment for all occupants.
- Safely
remove waste and litter to designated disposal points, exercising caution
with liquids, broken glass, and other potentially hazardous materials.
- Maintain,
clean, and properly store all cleaning equipment and materials to ensure
longevity and safety.
- Clean
and disinfect toilets, urinals, sinks, tiles, and wash basins regularly to
uphold sanitation standards.
- Ensure
the optimal stewardship, organization, and protection of all client assets
and resources.
- Protect,
organize, and responsibly manage all client assets and institutional
resources during cleaning activities.
- Regularly
remove cobwebs and clean windows in assigned areas to ensure clear
visibility and cleanliness.
- Carry
out vegetation maintenance activities such as mulching, watering, mowing,
and pruning within designated environmental areas.
- Promptly
report any damage, hazard, or maintenance needs to the appropriate
authorities.
- Ensure
all cleaning agents are correctly labelled and used in compliance with the
manufacturer’s instructions; store chemicals safely when not in use.
- Wash
and dry mops, cloths and other cleaning tools properly to maintain hygiene
and readiness for use.
- Perform
cyclical deep cleaning tasks as scheduled, covering a comprehensive range
of activities.
- Prepare
and clean venues before, during and after special occasions or events as
required.
- Adapt
to flexible work schedules to meet the demands of varying cleaning needs.
- Be
prepared to include additional classrooms or areas under cleaning duties
as the enterprise expands.
- Support
and actively participate in the organization’s policy by promoting
recycling and responsible waste disposal.
- Comply
strictly with all Health and Safety policies and practices set by the
institution.
- Perform
any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time
by your immediate supervisor or other persons in authority
Professional Requirements and
Qualifications
For
appointment to this position, a candidate must:
- Possess
a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) and one (1) year of work
experience in cleaning; OR
- Possess
a Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) and two (2) years’
experience in cleaning.
