Cleaning Associate - Part Time

TJX • Amherst, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cleaning Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean and organized store environment, with a focus on floor care. The role includes operating floor-cleaning equipment and performing a range of cleaning tasks throughout the store. Associates follow operational, merchandise, loss prevention, health, safety, and labor standards, and are cross-trained to support multiple areas of the store as business needs require.

The position supports a positive store culture and customer experience by working respectfully with customers, peers, supervisors, and management. It also includes maintaining store recovery and merchandising standards, responding to Front End coverage needs, and participating in safety awareness. The position is part-time and offers a starting pay range of $16.00 to $16.50 per hour. Actual starting pay depends on relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks and operate a floor buffer and scrubber.
• Able to multitask and respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including listening and responding appropriately.
• Able to lift heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Works effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Retail customer experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Retail customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized store environment, including floor care.
• Operate the scrubber and buffer; dust mop, damp mop, sweep, vacuum, dust, and spot-clean glass and windows.
• Maintain floor-care cleanliness standards and the maintenance and operation of the scrubber and buffer.
• Maintain organizational, cleanliness, and recovery standards throughout the Sales Floor, Single Queue, Associate Lounge, Backroom, and Restrooms.
• Follow company health and safety policies, including refilling essential items in the Lounge, Restrooms, and Front End.
• Cross-train in other store areas, including the Backroom, Front End, and Sales Floor, to support business needs.
• Support and respond to Front End coverage needs.
• Follow merchandising philosophy and signage standards.
• Initiate and participate in store recovery as needed throughout the day.
• Follow operational and loss prevention controls, including shrink-reduction guidelines and policies.
• Communicate accurately and effectively with management and Associates.
• Follow labor laws and company policies and procedures, including meal and break period policies.
• Participate in safety awareness and help maintain a safe environment.
• Role-model customer experience practices and support a positive store culture through honesty, integrity, and respect.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Associate discount
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Smoking cessation support
• Bereavement benefit
• 401(k) with associate contributions
• Child care discounts
• Cell phone discounts
• Pet insurance
• Legal insurance
• Credit union
• Referral bonuses
• 401(k) matching for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Medical insurance for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Dental insurance for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Vision insurance for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Health savings account (HSA) for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Health care flexible spending account (FSA) for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Life insurance for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Short- and long-term disability coverage for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Paid parental leave for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Auto and home insurance discounts
• Scholarship program
• Adoption assistance for associates meeting service or hours requirements
• Competitive salary and benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed