Heavy Cleaner (Floater)

Columbia University In the City of New York • New York, NY

31d • $25 - $31

About The Position

LOCATION: Floater The Heavy Cleaner (Floater) will ensure that the cleaning of assigned buildings is consistently and appropriately performed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Good communication skills required.
• Must be physically fit to do extensive walking, stair climbing, lifting (maximum of 50lbs.) and carrying, and overhead work.
• Must be able to work all shifts.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

• The Heavy Cleaner (Floater) will consistently and appropriately clean the building.
• Move materials and furniture as required; report building malfunctions as instructed, i.e. power failures, leaks, building equipment and any other damages; operate any/all motor-cleaning equipment to strip, buff and wax floors, stairwells and corridors; sweep and mop entrance lobby, stairwells and elevator landings; polish marble or brass; wash walls and blackboards; clean mirrors, glass partitions, banisters and mailboxes, windowsills and baseboards in common area and dust assigned areas.
• Clean all bathrooms and kitchens; remove spots and shampoo carpets; sweep and wash with hose exterior sidewalk, steps, and courtyard; dispose of trash and recycling as directed by supervisor or management; clean compactor room; check all drains and remove debris; and inspect, restock, and clean all areas of the building.
• Additionally, the Heavy Cleaner (Floater) will remove ice and snow and de-ice areas; receive and store 55-gallon drums, household supplies, and equipment; be responsible for the safekeeping, minor repairs, and preservation of all janitorial materials and equipment; and perform other duties as assigned. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, you may be required to respond to any emergency on a 24-hour basis and may be required to work overtime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees