Heavy Cleaner

Heavy Cleaner

The Heavy Cleaner will ensure that the cleaning of assigned building is consistently and appropriately performed.

Responsibilities

• The Heavy Cleaner will 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 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, window sills, and baseboards in common areas and dust assigned areas.
• The Heavy Cleaner will also clean bathrooms and kitchens, remove spots and shampoo carpets, and sweep and wash with the hose the 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 will remove ice and snow and de-ice areas, and receive and store 55-gallon drums, household supplies, and equipment.
• 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, may be required to respond to any emergency on a 24-hour basis, and may be required to work overtime.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or the equivalent required.
• Good communication skills required.
• Must be physically fit to do extensive walking, stair climbing, lifting (maximum of 50lbs.), 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.