Heavy Cleaners - Sept 2026

nextSource•New York, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

nextSource manages large recruitment programs for major universities. Our client has an ongoing need for Heavy Cleaners in upper Manhattan for four-month temporary assignments at $26.06/hour. Selected candidates must have open availability to work any shift assigned. The role does not offer the option to pick a shift. Resumes must be up to date or will not be reviewed for the position.

Requirements

Must have experience operating motorized cleaning equipment.
Must have 1-year of buffing and cleaning experience.
Must have 6-months or more of custodial experience.
HS diploma or GED required.
Must be able to work any shift: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm or Sunday to Thursday, 10:00pm - 6:30am. Sometimes the hours are 3:00pm - 11:00pm or the schedule is Tuesday to Saturday.
Reliably commute (required)

Responsibilities

Clean office-type buildings in the Morningside Heights area of Manhattan.
Operate any and all motorized cleaning equipment to strip 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.
Clean windowsills and baseboards in common areas; dust; clean all bathrooms; kitchens, inclusive of University owned appliances (i.e., stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, and excluding personal appliances).
Remove spots and shampoo carpets, sweep and wash with hose exterior sidewalk, steps and courtyard.
Clean laundry machines and sink; sweep and mop laundry room floor; clean windows; linen handling and guest room partitions.
Dispose of trash and recycling in a manner as directed by supervisor or management.
Clean compacter room and chute room on each floor; check all drains and remove debris.
Inspect, restock and clean all areas of the building.
Remove ice and snow; de-ice.
Move furniture, equipment and materials, and set up chairs, tables, equipment and materials for special events.
Receive and store 55-gallon drums.
Change light bulbs and fluorescent tubes.
Receive and store household supplies and equipment.
Responsible for the safekeeping, minor repairs and preservation of all janitorial equipment and materials.
Report any malfunctions or tampering with all life safety equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers, magnetic locks, smoke heads, standpipe hoses, exit signs, sprinkler heads).
Performs all related duties as assigned.