Snow Removal & On-Call Cleaner

Cushman & Wakefield • Boston, MA

3d

About The Position

The Snow Removal & On-Call Cleaner helps maintain the safety and cleanliness of commercial properties during the winter season and beyond. This seasonal position runs from November through March. The employee performs snow removal during inclement weather and general cleaning duties when snow removal is not needed. The role requires a reliable mode of transportation or MBTA accessibility, comfort with an on-call schedule, and the ability to perform the work safely and reasonably.

Snow removal duties include operating equipment to clear site areas, parking lots, driveways, and walkways; removing snow manually with shovels and snow blowers; applying salt or de-icing materials; and clearing steps and building entrances as directed. The employee must respond to snow events at varying times, including early mornings, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

During non-snow periods, the employee performs routine cleaning inside buildings, including floor care, vacuuming and shampooing rugs, dusting surfaces, cleaning and restocking bathrooms, monitoring and reporting defects, and collecting and disposing of building trash. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, including cold, snow, and ice.
• Ability to lift 50–75 pounds, shovel snow, and perform manual labor for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Availability for on-call work during snow events.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation or accessibility by MBTA.
• Comfort with an on-call schedule and ability to perform job functions safely.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in snow removal or operating plow equipment.
• Experience in janitorial work or facilities maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate snow removal equipment to clear site areas, parking lots, driveways, and walkways.
• Remove snow manually using shovels and snow blowers on sidewalks, entryways, and pedestrian areas.
• Apply salt or de-icing materials to maintain safe walking and driving surfaces.
• Sweep or shovel snow from steps, building entrances, and connecting walkways or sidewalks as directed.
• Respond promptly to snow events, including early mornings, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Sweep, mop, and wash floors and other interior surfaces.
• Use commercial floor buffers and shampoo machines, including attachments.
• Vacuum office and public-area rugs, spot-clean them daily, and shampoo them when directed.
• Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, pictures, chairs, door trim, light fixtures, horizontal surfaces, and periodically high surfaces.
• Clean bathrooms and restock paper supplies daily, including cleaning fixtures and surfaces, servicing dispensers, and sweeping, mopping, or scrubbing floors.
• Monitor for defects such as clogged urinals and lights that are out, and report them to supervisors.
• Collect building trash daily, place it in approved containers, and move it to the designated collection area.
• Replace liners in waste baskets and trash containers according to specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance.
• Eligible employees may enroll in vision insurance.
• Eligible employees may enroll in dental insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life insurance programs.
• Disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed