Lead Janitor

Overview

As the only aerial tramway in Southeast Alaska, guests at the Goldbelt Tram are invited to soar to new heights in scenic adventure aboard Juneau's top attraction. We offer locals and visitors an opportunity to experience breathtaking Alaska scenery, explore the miles of trails atop Mount Roberts, and learn more about Alaska Native culture. 

Under the direction of the Tram & Facilities Maintenance Manager, takes lead role in cleaning tramway properties by assigning and checking the work of janitorial staff in addition to performing the full range of janitorial duties.  

Seasonal Employees are eligible for the Seasonal Sign-on Bonus and Layoff Employee Bonus Plan (“Plans”) is designed to provide an effective means to motivate and compensate eligible seasonal employees during the term of their assignment. However, Goldbelt, Inc. may, in certain limited circumstances, grant discretionary performance bonuses outside of this program, in the sole discretion of the Company.

Goldbelt, Inc. hopes that by providing short-term incentive compensation, this will motivate and increase the retention rate among its employees which in turn will enhance Goldbelt Inc.’s long-term value.

Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES 

• On a daily or shift basis, collaborates with janitorial staff to discuss upcoming work assignments; delegates work assignments to janitorial staff.  
• Informs manager of safety issues and areas that need to be addressed as it pertains to keeping the tramway at a high level of cleanliness. 
• Assists with setting the janitor weekly schedule. 
• Checks inventory of supplies on a weekly basis. 
• Collects and disposes of trash from all areas of the tramway, terminals and grounds. 
• Cleans windows in the lower and upper terminal areas, including tramway offices, cabins, viewing areas, restaurant and lobby space. 
• Dusts, wipes down, and sanitizes working and customer space, counters, equipment, fixtures, etc. of restrooms, kitchen and restaurant areas, elevators, lobby space and the like. 
• Sweeps, vacuums and mops all floor space, as needed, to keep in prime shape. 
• Provides assistance to other staff and departments, when requested or necessary. 
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned. 

Qualifications

NECESSARY SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 

• Ability to meet time and attendance requirements. 
• Ability to work all different shifts including holidays and weekends. 
• Ability to handle stress under pressure. 
• Ability to provide quality customer service. 
• Able to communicate verbally, and understand and follow written and verbal instructions. 
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees. 
• Ability to work directly with the public, providing information and assistance on a daily basis. 
• Ability/willingness to learn and pass on to guests those areas of interest to visitors, such as local history, people, culture, geography, etc. 
• Some knowledge of basic cleaning principles, equipment and products. 
• Detail oriented. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education, experience, skills) 

• Six (6) months janitorial experience. 
• Drug testing may be required. 
• CPR Certificate or First Aid training or ability obtain within 30 days. 
• Ability to successfully pass a background check. 
• Current driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Constant movement in/out of an aerial tramway and lift operation, cabin up/down an 1800 ft.; constant exposure to extreme heights, and periodic exposure to dangerous equipment during emergency evacuations or power failures. Constant public interaction and communication. Must be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs, constant bending, lifting, stooping is required to maintain adequate supplies. The Tram is a non-smoking facility with designated outside smoking areas. 

ACKNOWLEDGMENT STATEMENT 

While this job description describes the essential functions and qualifications of the position described, it is not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all the duties performed by all employees in this job.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-related duties.