Heavy Duty Cleaner — 2nd shift

Vaa ka wi Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 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 for the 2nd shift in Arizona to lead major cleaning projects and industrial sanitation tasks requiring physical strength and specialized machinery.

You will perform floor stripping and waxing, construction cleanup, high-pressure washing, and removal of heavy debris, ensuring safe, efficient, and pristine facilities for our clients.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50–75+ lbs and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Certified/experienced in operating floor scrubbers, polishers, pressure washers, and potentially scissor lifts.
• Knowledge of strong solvents, stripping agents, and degreasers; strict PPE compliance.

Responsibilities

• Strip, wax, seal, and polish hard floors using industrial buffers and auto-scrubbers to restore condition.
• Operate steam cleaners and extractors for deep carpet cleaning and stain removal.
• Clean and degrease machinery, warehouse floors, and loading docks; use high-pressure washers for exterior walls or concrete.
• Clean vents, ceilings, and light fixtures with tall ladders or scissor lifts.
• Collect and transport bulk refuse, construction debris, or hazardous waste to disposal sites.
• Perform seasonal or post-construction deep cleans as needed.

Skills

Physical strength

Machinery expertise

Chemical safety

Endurance

Tools

Floor scrubbers

Polishers

Pressure washers

Scissor lifts

Job description

The Foundation of Our Business is Our People.

Heavy Duty Cleaner — 2nd Shift

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.

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.