Cleaner - Multiple Positions

SUNY Downstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a dedicated Cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety across campus facilities. The role involves performing a variety of cleaning tasks in assigned areas, collecting and disposing of trash and recyclables, and following established schedules and procedures.

Responsibilities include washing floors, restrooms, and fixtures; moving and arranging furniture for events; stocking supplies; and reporting maintenance issues.

Job description

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Department of Facilities Management & Development at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Cleaner.

Illustrative Duties

• Performs a variety of cleaning tasks in assigned areas.
• Collects and empties trash and recycling in accordance with cleaning schedules; cleans and/or removes hazardous or misplaced items, waste, and spills; and disposes, transports, or places such in appropriate receptacles and locations, following proper cleaning procedures.
• Assembles cleaning carts according to assigned tasks; and prepares, mixes, and dilutes cleaning solutions following manufacturer directions.
• Washes floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using mops, detergents, brushes, and other cleaning devices.
• Vacuums, strips and waxes floors, and shampoos carpets, using manual or mechanical equipment.
• Scrubs and cleans showers and restrooms, including toilets, sinks, and drains, using hand-operated equipment and cleaning agents.
• Replaces light bulbs, and dusts or washes light fixtures and high places, such as ceilings, using ladders, other appropriate equipment, and tools.
• Polishes wood and metal surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Monitors cleaning supplies and equipment; and notifies supervisor of supply levels, equipment malfunction, and/or maintenance issues observed during cleaning.
• Replaces, cleans, and/or hangs building fixtures and decorative items, such as curtains, blinds, and pictures.
• Moves, and arranges furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning tasks or in preparation for meetings, events, and other activities.
• May be required to follow specialized disinfectant, waste disposal, and cleanliness standards in performing cleaning tasks; remove snow and salt walkways; clean sidewalks, drives, and grounds; mow lawns, using mechanical and manual equipment; perform routine laundry tasks; and change bed linens.