Snow Removal & On-Call Cleaner

Cushman & Wakefield•Boston, MA

5d•$20 - $23

About The Position

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking individual to help ensure the safety and cleanliness of commercial properties during the winter season and beyond. The role involves snow removal during inclement weather and general cleaning duties during periods without snow. The employee must have reliable transportation or be MBTA accessible, be comfortable with an on-call schedule, and be able to perform the job safely and reasonably. This is a seasonal opportunity for the winter season, November through March. Snow removal duties include operating equipment to clear site areas, parking lots, driveways, and walkways; manually removing snow with shovels and snow blowers; applying salt or de-icing materials; and clearing steps, entrances, and connecting walkways as directed. Snow events may require prompt responses early in the morning, in the evening, overnight, on weekends, and on holidays. During non-snow periods, the employee performs general cleaning inside buildings, including floor care, vacuuming and shampooing rugs, dusting surfaces and furnishings, cleaning and restocking bathrooms, reporting defects, and collecting and disposing of trash. Other duties may be assigned. Compensation is $19.81–$23.30. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work. Pay and benefits may vary based on eligibility and other factors.

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.
Manually remove snow with shovels and snow blowers from sidewalks, entryways, and pedestrian areas.
Apply salt or de-icing materials to help maintain safe walking and driving surfaces.
Clear snow from steps, building entrances, and connecting walkways and 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 rugs in offices and public areas, spot-clean rugs daily, and shampoo them when directed.
Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, pictures, chairs, door trim, light fixtures, horizontal surfaces, and periodically high-dust areas.
Clean bathrooms and restock paper supplies daily, including cleaning fixtures and surfaces and sweeping, mopping, or scrubbing floors.
Monitor for defects such as clogged urinals or lights that are out, and report them to supervisors.
Collect building trash daily, place it in approved containers, and move it to designated collection areas.
Replace liners in waste baskets and trash containers according to specifications.
Perform other duties as assigned.