Heavy Cleaners - Year-End 2026

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 Clean office-type buildings in the Morningside Heights area of Manhattan. 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. Perform Heavy Cleaner duties in all or any combination of the following: Housekeeping Service: 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. Life Safety: 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. Job Type: Contract, Temporary | Schedule: 8-hour shift | Salary: $26.06/hourly Work Location: New York, NY 10027: Reliably commute (required) Experience: 1-year buffing experience; motor-operated cleaning equipment (required) nextSource is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff­irmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences, or for any other reason. nextSource is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr nextSource