General Cleaner

UNAVAILABLE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Paid training

Career growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Environmental Service Systems, LLC is seeking a General Cleaner to perform all-purpose cleaning and maintenance at client sites. The role requires flexibility to adapt duties per customer specifications and to uphold high cleanliness standards.

The position includes responsibilities such as cleaning floors, restrooms, windows, and common areas, with on-the-job training provided. Health insurance, retirement options, and ongoing training support career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or at least 6 months of janitorial experience.
• On the job training will be provided.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean all floor surfaces by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Follow procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment to protect floors and surfaces.
• Clean, monitor, and maintain restrooms, meeting rooms, corridors, and entrance areas.
• Empty trash and dispose of materials; operate compactors when needed.
• Clean windows, glass partitions and mirrors with appropriate cleaners.
• Spot-clean carpets and assist in carpet extractions and shampooing.
• Replenish paper products and sanitary supplies; follow the housekeeping schedule.
• Occasionally operate heavy cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers and buffers.
• Other duties as assigned by scope of work or customer needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join Environmental Service Systems! We’re committed to delivering exceptional cleaning, landscaping, and restoration services for commercial facilities. Be part of a welcoming and collaborative team where innovation meets excellence. We offer steady, reliable work in janitorial management, full-time and part-time janitorial roles, maintenance, landscaping, and metal restoration. If you want to make a meaningful impact and build a lasting career, we have opportunities for you. Join us and grow with a leader in the industry!

Job Description

Environmental Service Systems, LLC is hiring a General Cleaner. The General Cleaner position is responsible for performing all-purpose cleaning and preservation of assigned area inside a particular building or multiple client sites. Exact tasks of general cleaning crew are not definite, consequently, must be flexible in performing assigned duties per client’s specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and clean all floor surfaces, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and other objects
• Clean, monitor and maintain restrooms, meeting rooms, corridors, and entrance areas
• Empty trash cans for proper disposal; use of compactor for certain materials
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate cleaners and equipment
• Spot clean carpets; assist in carpet extractions and shampooing
• Replenish paper products and sanitary supplies
• Follow housekeeping schedule
• Occasionally use heavy cleaning equipment, such as floor scrubbers, backpack vacuums, and buffers
• Other duties as assigned, as required by the scope of work or customer needs

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a minimum of six (6) months of experience in a janitorial type position
• On the job training will be provided
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions effectively

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Prior cleaning or janitorial experience
• Familiarity with custodial practices and commercial cleaning standards
• Knowledge of floor care techniques including buffing and waxing
• Experience in industrial cleaning or facilities maintenance

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more

Closing

Environmental Service Systems, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.