Cleaner (Floater)

BuffSci RocSci; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

BuffSci RocSci is seeking a School Cleaner to maintain a clean, safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will perform routine custodial duties across classrooms, restrooms, and common areas, ensuring surfaces are sanitized and supplies are restocked.

Ideal candidates enjoy working independently or in teams, pay strong attention to detail, and follow safety protocols. Prior cleaning experience is preferred but not required, with a reliable attendance record and professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in custodial, janitorial, office or school cleaning is a plus but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, restrooms, cafeterias, hallways, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and disinfect.
• Empty trash and recycling; restock supplies as needed.
• Maintain floors, windows, doors, and furniture; report hazards.
• Follow cleaning schedules and safety protocols; respond to spills promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Time management

Teamwork

Professionalism

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

School CleanerPosition SummaryThe School Cleaner is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. The Cleaner performs routine cleaning and custodial duties throughout the school building and ensures that classrooms, restrooms, offices, hallways, and common areas are properly maintained.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesClean and sanitize classrooms, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, hallways, and common areas.Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and disinfect assigned areas.Empty and properly dispose of trash and recycling.Clean and maintain floors, windows, doors, walls, furniture, and other surfaces.Restock restroom and cleaning supplies as needed.Safely use cleaning equipment, tools, and approved cleaning chemicals.Follow established cleaning schedules, procedures, and safety protocols.Respond promptly to spills and other situations requiring immediate cleaning.Set up and break down rooms, tables, chairs, and equipment for school meetings, events, and activities as assigned.Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, damaged equipment, or supply shortages to the appropriate supervisor.Maintain cleaning equipment and ensure supplies are stored safely and appropriately.Assist with seasonal cleaning projects and other custodial duties as assigned.Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with students, staff, and visitors.Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or school administration.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED preferred.Previous custodial, janitorial, commercial, or school cleaning experience preferred but not required.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment.Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.Ability to safely handle cleaning products and equipment.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods.Ability to lift and carry cleaning supplies and equipment.Ability to climb stairs and perform routine cleaning tasks throughout the school building.Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor as required by the position.Work EnvironmentThe position works primarily indoors within a school environment and may occasionally require outdoor work, including assisting with snow, ice, or other grounds-related duties as assigned.Core CompetenciesReliability and dependabilityAttention to detailTime managementTeamworkProfessionalismSafety awarenessOrganizationAbility to work independentlyQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED preferred.Previous custodial, janitorial, commercial, or school cleaning experience preferred but not required.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment.Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.Ability to safely handle cleaning products and equipment.