Heavy Duty Cleaner

Vaa ka wi Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Free Drinks

Gym Membership

Medical & Dental

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Vaakawi is seeking a Heavy Duty Cleaner to perform major cleaning tasks and industrial sanitation, including floor stripping, waxing, and high-pressure washing. You will work across facilities with a focus on deep cleaning operations and safety protocols.

The role requires physical strength and experience with custodial duties, post-construction cleanup, and seasonal projects in Arizona. Benefits include flexible schedule and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Physical ability to lift heavy loads and sustain demanding tasks.
• Experience operating floor scrubbers, polishers, pressure washers, and possibly scissor lifts.
• Knowledge of strong solvents, stripping agents, and degreasers with PPE adherence.
• Adaptability to challenging environments with heat, noise, or dust.

Responsibilities

• Hard Floor Specialist: strip, wax, seal, and polish floors with industrial buffers and auto-scrubbers.
• Carpet Restoration: operate steam cleaners and extractors for deep cleaning and stain removal.
• Industrial Cleaning: degrease machinery, warehouse floors, and loading docks; use high-pressure washers.
• High-Level Cleaning: clean vents, ceilings, and light fixtures using tall ladders or lifts.
• Heavy Waste Removal: haul bulk refuse and debris to designated disposal units.
• Project Work: seasonal deep cleans or post-construction cleanup.

Skills

Physical Strength

Machinery Expertise

Chemical Safety

Endurance

Job description

The Foundation of Our Business is Our People.

Heavy Duty Cleaner

Job Description

The Heavy Duty Cleaner is responsible for major cleaning projects and industrial sanitation tasks that require physical strength and specialized machinery. Unlike standard cleaners who focus on surface hygiene, this role involves deep cleaning operations such as floor stripping and waxing, construction cleanup, high-pressure washing, and the removal of heavy debris.

The Heavy Duty Cleaner will perform a variety of custodial duties for Vaakawi. Such responsibilities shall be in accordance with established standards, instructions, and procedures of Vaakawi.

Experience

1 Year

Employment Type

Full Time & Part Time

Job Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Hard Floor Specialist: Strip, wax, seal, and polish hard floors using industrial buffers and auto-scrubbers; restore flooring to original condition.
• Carpet Restoration: Operate steam cleaners and extractors for deep carpet cleaning and stain removal.
• Industrial Cleaning: Clean and degrease machinery, warehouse floors, and loading docks; use high-pressure washers for exterior walls or concrete.
• High-Level Cleaning: Clean vents, ceilings, and light fixtures that require the use of tall ladders or scissor lifts.
• Heavy Waste Removal: Collect and transport bulk refuse, construction debris, or hazardous waste to designated disposal units.
• Project Work: Perform seasonal deep cleans (e.g., in schools during summer breaks) or post-construction cleanup.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Physical Strength: Ability to lift significantly heavier loads (often 50–75+ lbs) and manage physically exhausting tasks for extended periods.
• Machinery Expertise: Certification or experience in operating floor scrubbers, polishers, pressure washers, and potentially scissor lifts.
• Chemical Safety: Advanced knowledge of strong solvents, stripping agents, and degreasers; strict adherence to safety protocols (PPE).
• Endurance: Capable of working in challenging environments, including areas with temperature extremes, noise, or dust.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Free Drinks
• Gym Membership
• Medical & Dental
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Plan

Benefits Disclaimer: The perks and benefits listed on this page are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute a binding contract or guarantee of employment. Eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on role, location, and employment status (e.g., full-time vs. part-time). Vaakawi reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plan or perk at any time, with or without notice. In the event of any discrepancy between this summary and the official plan documents, the official plan documents will govern.

Are you a dependable, motivated individuals?

If you take pride in quality work and want to grow with a leading name in commercial cleaning, we’d love to meet you.

Our mission

Sustainable Cleaning for a Healthier Workplace.

At Vaakawi, our mission is to create and maintain pristine, healthy, and welcoming environments for businesses of all types. As a family-owned leader in commercial cleaning in Arizona, we combine decades of experience with a personal commitment to integrity, accountability, and excellence.

We strive to deliver customized cleaning solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs, using state-of-the-art equipment and eco-friendly products to ensure safe, efficient, and superior results. Our goal is simple: to provide an exceptional cleaning experience that promotes health, enhances productivity, and reflects the professionalism of your brand—so you can focus on what you do best.

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