Cleaning Associate (Outdoors)

Blockbyblock; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pay advance

Health benefits

PTO

Free uniforms

Employee assistance

Job summary

Block by Block is hiring a Cleaning Ambassador (outside) in Minnesota. This union role keeps sidewalks and public spaces clean and safe, requiring outdoor work in all weather. You’ll perform litter pickup, graffiti removal, weed pulling, and basic reporting after patrols.

We offer weekly pay, pay advances, free uniforms, and comprehensive health benefits. Shifts vary; Tue-Sat or Mon-Fri. Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old; prior outdoor cleaning experience is

Qualifications

• Experience preferred, but not required. We will train.
• Must have a H.S. Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have the physical capacity to walk or traverse continuously during an eight-hour shift, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all conditions (free uniforms provided)
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in order to create basic reports.

Responsibilities

• Manual Litter Collection – circulate through assigned work zone with a rolling can containing supplies and tools to take care of address the following tasks.
• Removing litter, cigarette butts and other debris on sidewalks, street gutter, and alleys
• Remove graffiti and posters from light posts, trash cans, news boxes and other public infrastructure
• Pull isolated weeds
• Damp wipe and straighten horizontal surfaces, such as trash can lids, news boxes and other infrastructure.
• OBSERVE AND REPORT – be watchful for unwanted behaviors or criminal activity and report to Safety Ambassadors via two-way radios.
• HOSPITALITY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE – acknowledge pedestrians with a friendly greeting or provide directions/information.
• REPORTING – provide written reports of broken infrastructure, graffiti, and daily accomplishments.
• Any special projects related to cleaning.

Job description

Job Title: Cleaning Ambassador (outside)This is a union job with union benefits.

Pay Rate: $21.36/hourly(weekly pay, pay advance before pay day, free uniforms, great benefits!)

Experiences/Skillset Needed:

• Customer service + Hospitality
• Prior outdoor janitorial/cleaning/groundskeeping experience
• Ability to work outdoors in ALL weather conditions
• Driver's License Required

Shift Specifics:

• Multiple shifts available
• Schedule: Tues. - Sat. OR Mon. - Fri.

Who We Are:

Block by Block is the pioneer of the Ambassador Programs you see in most downtown, urban areas today. With pride, we make public spaces friendly and vibrant for the communities we serve. Our Ambassadors keep outside public spaces clean, safe and enjoyable for everyone to enjoy.

If you’re outgoing and friendly, and enjoy working outside and meeting new people, we have just the job for you – Cleaning Ambassador. This is also a great opportunity for retirees, veterans, and graduating high school seniors who are looking for their first job.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Manual Litter Collection – circulate through assigned work zone with a rolling can containing supplies and tools to take care of address the following tasks:
• Removing litter, cigarette butts and other debris on sidewalks, street gutter, and alleys
• Remove graffiti and posters from light posts, trash cans, news boxes and other public infrastructure
• Pull isolated weeds
• Damp wipe and straighten horizontal surfaces, such as trash can lids, news boxes and other infrastructure.
• OBSERVE AND REPORT – while on patrol be watchful for unwanted behaviors or criminal activity and report to Safety Ambassadors via two-way radios. Must be able to articulate an accurate description of persons, vehicles, and other similar identifiers.
• HOSPITALITY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE – While on patrol will go out of the way to actively acknowledge pedestrians with a friendly greeting or identify visitors in order to provide directions, information, city information or recommendations.
• REPORTING – must be able to provide written reports of broken infrastructure, graffiti on private property, and provide a basic daily report of accomplishments and tasks completed.
• Any special projects related to cleaning.

What’s In It For You:

• Weekly Pay
• Pay Advance – Get a pay advance before pay day with Rapid Pay
• Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life & medical insurances
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Free uniforms for all weather conditions.
• Employee Assistance and our Employee Cares Program (disaster & tragedy assistance fund)
• A fun work culture and a lot more!

Check Out Our Day In the Life Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7cI2vB9Y4k

Block by Block is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements:

• Experience preferred, but not required. We will train.
• Must have a H.S. Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have the physical capacity to walk or traverse continuously during an eight-hour shift, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all conditions (free uniforms provided)
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in order to create basic reports.