General Cleaner - North Wake Landfill

Owens Realty Services; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Owens Realty Services is seeking a General Cleaner in Raleigh, NC. The position involves custodial work across the facility, cleaning approximately 4,500–5,000 sq ft per hour, and performing a variety of duties from restroom sanitation to trash removal.

Hires will work part-time 17 hours per week with a schedule including evenings and weekends. The pay rate is $14.00 per hour. The employer emphasizes safety, PPE use, and maintaining a clean, orderly environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine cleaning of administrative offices, lobbies, breakrooms, lounges, corridors, bathrooms, elevators and stairways in a clean, neat and sanitary manner.
• Cleans toilets and sanitizes restrooms including sweeping, mopping and dusting of all surfaces; stocks restroom with supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels and soap.
• Cleans and dusts furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim and related furnishings; moves furniture and supplies only when directed by a supervisor.
• Collects both recyclable and non-recyclable waste and replaces trash cans liners where applicable.
• Vacuums carpets, cleans light switches, doors and walls, and polishes tables, benches and chairs; reports safety hazards to supervisor.

Job description

Pay rate: $14.00/hr

Weekly hours: Part-Time 17 hours

Schedule: 7 days a week

Monday - Thursday: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

SUMMARY

This position will perform custodial work. The General Cleaner will clean all areas of the facility (per industry standards, approximately 4,500-5,000 sq ft will need to be cleaned within 1 hour—this will vary by location) by performing the following duties:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs all assigned tasks in a professional manner to reflect the highest integrity of the company.
• Performs routine cleaning of administrative offices, lobbies, breakrooms, lounges, corridors, bathrooms, elevators and stairways in a clean, neat and sanitary manner.
• Cleans toilets and sanitizes restrooms including sweeping, mopping and dusting of all surfaces; stocks restroom with supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels and soap.
• Cleans and dusts furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim and related furnishings; moves furniture, supplies and miscellaneous only when directed by a supervisor. Uses safety poles for high dusting.
• Collects both recyclable and non-recyclable waste and replaces trash cans liners where applicable.
• Cleans telephones periodically using germicidal and disinfectant cleaners if applicable.
• Vacuums fully in traffic areas and cleans any visible debris on carpets.
• Cleans light switches, doors and walls, and tops of modular furniture and blinds.
• Cleans and/or polishes tables, benches and chairs, stainless steel elevators, escalators, water fountains, sinks and removes cobwebs.
• Safely empties trash into the proper dumping area and breaks down heavy trash into more manageable weights before lifting and dumping.
• Secures job area with safety signs when mopping or performing other duties that may be hazardous to the public.
• Locks and unlocks doors and windows to offices and other rooms as necessary. Turns off lights when rooms are unoccupied.
• Reports to work on time and dressed in company uniform to also include employee badge and black slip‑resistant safety shoes.
• Identifies and reports safety hazards to supervisor and/or manager.
• Follows safety procedures which include the correct use of PPE and other safety requirements (e.g., bloodborne pathogens) based on the job. Responsible for cleaning all bio‑waste using these procedures.
• Follows all infection control practices including hand‑washing techniques.
• Works a flexible work schedule which includes nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ensures that cleaning carts are not left unattended and that they are properly and safely replenished after each shift.
• Ensures that custodial closets remain locked at all times and keys are properly signed in and out and are always left at the job site.
• Keeps hallways and pathways clear of carts, cleaning equipment, tools and any other hazardous items that could result in trips and falls.
• Leaves equipment and cleaning materials clean at the end of each shift and ready to use.
• Completes additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bending – 80% of the shift.
• Carrying – 95% of the shift.
• Kneeling – 75% of the shift.
• Lifting – 75% of the shift.
• Pulling and pushing – 80% of the shift.
• Reaching overhead – 75% of the shift.
• Standing – 100% of the shift.
• Walking – 95% of the shift.
• Grasping – 95% of the shift.
• Lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Carrying up to 30 lbs.

WE LOOK FOR EMPLOYEES WHO WILL:

• Strive for professional excellence in the performance of their jobs.
• Understand and support the company's direction.
• Provide superior service to our customers and employees.
• Be flexible, innovative and responsible to change.
• Manage human and financial resources wisely.
• Be a team player, helping others succeed.
• Encourage open communication throughout the company.
• Treat all individuals with dignity and respect.
• Have pride in and sell Owens Realty Services to others.
• Be energetic and excited about their field of work and the people around them.
• Be able to go above and beyond what is expected of them.
• Be involved and enveloped in the entire business of our company.

Owens Realty Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Owens Realty Services is a Drug‑Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre‑employment drug screening and background check.