Horticulture Technician (Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance)

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

Gather and empty trash.

Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.

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

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

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

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

Spray insecticides or fumigants to prevent insect or rodent infestation.

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

Service, clean, or supply restrooms.

Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.

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.

Clean and restore building interiors damaged by fire, smoke, or water, using commercial cleaning equipment.

Clean laboratory equipment, such as glassware or metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, or power cleaning equipment.

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

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

Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.

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

Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.

Steam clean or shampoo carpets.

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

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

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