The Store Assistant is responsible for maintaining a cleanly facility by completing a variety of cleaning tasks. 

Duties & Responsibilities
In the main your role will be primarily, but not exclusively, that of:

• Ensuring that the store  is kept in clean and orderly condition and by sweeping, mopping and dusting  as necessary.
• Remove debris from store front and sidewalks.
• Cleans, Dusts and polish furniture & fixtures, walls, and equipment. 
• Regularly wash the windows and clean glass surfaces with care. 
• Scrubs, sanitizes, and supplies restroom facilities.
• Performs heavy cleaning duties.
• Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
• Gather and empty trash and recycling bins.
• Ensure the plants are watered and trimmed.
• Performs routine maintenance activities.
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
•  Lift boxes and some heavy objects from area to area; Packing, pulling, unloading, loading, receiving, transferring and storing of goods.
• Assist in floor moves, merchandising and displays.
• Manages inventory of cleaning supplies and participate in general inventory counts
• Coordinate with other workers and perform tasks.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures.
• Notifies managers regarding the need for repairs.
• Work overtime if the need arises.

Qualification & Skills Requirement

 

• Minimum 3 CSEC passes or  Vocational training.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures.
• Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals.
• Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules.
• Good physical strength and stamina with the ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at particular heights.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and people skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and manuals.
• A general sense of cleanliness.
• Strong ability to organize and multitask.
• Experience working in a Supermarket or Retail environment is considered an asset.
• Be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.