Janitor
A Janitor is a skilled maintenance and cleaning professional responsible for keeping buildings, facilities, and public spaces clean, safe, and well-maintained. Working in schools, offices, hospitals, and commercial buildings, janitors perform essential duties that ensure healthy and orderly environments. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment. Janitors often work early mornings, evenings, or overnight shifts to minimise disruption to building occupants.
- janitor
- custodian
- building maintenance
- cleaning
- housekeeping
- facility services
- sanitation
- groundskeeper
- porter
- janitorial services
- floor care
- waste management
- commercial cleaning
- maintenance worker
Available courses
18
Students
1
Average monthly income
Ksh 15K - Ksh 35K
Hand Hygiene Training
Hand hygiene is the single most effective tool for stopping the spread of infection — and most people do it wrong. This training covers everything from proper technique and glove use to compliance monitoring and outbreak response. Whether you work in healthcare, food service, or community care, you'll leave with the knowledge and skills to protect yourself, your colleagues, and the people you serve.
Students
1
Workload
4h - 360h
Rating
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What does a Janitor do
Wash and disinfect restrooms, hallways, offices, and common areas by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and wiping surfaces to maintain hygiene standards
Collect and dispose of rubbish and recyclable materials from waste bins around the facility, ensuring correct waste management procedures are followed
Carry out minor structural or fixture repairs such as replacing light bulbs, unclogging drains, and reporting larger issues to facility management
Operate and maintain cleaning equipment including floor buffers, pressure washers, and industrial vacuum cleaners, and handle cleaning chemicals safely according to safety guidelines
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