Cleaner: 1st Shift (5:00am - 1:30pm)

Valley Metro • Operations Maintenance Center 605 S. 48th St. Phoenix 85034, AZ

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Ensure clean, sanitized trains that support public safety and hygiene, as well as perform general shop janitorial and/or industrial cleaning. The full pay range for the position is $17.87 to $26.80 per hour with an anticipated starting rate between entry ($17.87) and midpoint ($22.33) of the range. It’s essential to note that the actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on several factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training, and internal equity considerations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and six (6) months experience in: Performing janitorial and/or industrial cleaning duties or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Basic understanding of cleaning procedures.
• Fundamental sanitization practices to maintain public health.
• Essential understanding of safe chemical handling.
• Basic understanding of graffiti and gum removal techniques.
• Introductory knowledge of light fixture inspection requirements.
• Fundamental theory of cleaning high-contact public surfaces.
• Essential processes for identifying equipment needing repair.
• Using a computer and related software.
• Washing train exteriors thoroughly.
• Wiping and sanitizing interior surfaces.
• Sweeping and mopping train floors.
• Removing gum and graffiti from surfaces.
• Inspecting light panels and fixtures.
• Reporting faulty equipment accurately.
• Cleaning shop areas efficiently.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to exchange information and receive work direction.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, and clean the exterior of rail vehicles using approved cleaning agents and equipment.
• Clean, sanitize, and inspect interior surfaces, including high-contact areas; remove gum and graffiti; and sweep and mop floors.
• Open and inspect light panels to verify proper operation and identify missing or damaged components, such as screws.
• Identify and report needed repairs, safety concerns, or faulty equipment to a supervisor.
• Perform general shop and work-area housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED