Industrial Cleaner

Seattle Housing Authority; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Work-life balance

Professional development

Job summary

The Seattle Housing Authority is seeking an Industrial Cleaner to support cleaning in vacated and occupied units across various Seattle properties. The role emphasizes heavy-duty tasks in common areas and occasional uplifts in high-rise sites, with on-site responsibilities at 808 Fir Street, Seattle.

The ideal candidate has experience in the Industrial Cleaner trade, holds a valid Washington driver's license, and can operate standard cleaning equipment such as scrubbing machines and vacuums.

Qualifications

• Experience and/or training in the Industrial Cleaner trade.
• Must possess valid Washington State Driver's License and insurable driving record.
• Standard equipment of the trade, including scrubbing machines and vacuum cleaners.

Responsibilities

• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, floors, cabinets and other surfaces in vacated apartments.
• Perform basic janitorial cleaning duties, such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc.
• Perform industrial cleaning in units, including sanitizing units after deceased body.
• Clean up after fires in a building or unit.
• Strip, wax, scrub, and polish floors, including base coves. Shampoo carpets and remove stains.
• Remove garbage from units and maintain cleanliness of garbage areas.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures, attend required training, properly use PPE, report injuries, hazards, and unsafe conditions, and support emergency preparedness.
• May perform on-call and after-hours work.

Skills

Industrial cleaner experience

Scrubbing machines

Vacuum cleaners

Driver's license

Tools

Scrubbing machines

Vacuum cleaners

Job description

We offer competitive salary, great benefits, and work that matters to our community.

The Organization: The Seattle Housing Authority (SHA) is a mission-driven leader in affordable housing, headquartered on Elliott Avenue West with sweeping views of Elliott Bay and the Puget Sound. With additional field offices across Seattle, we’re committed to expanding housing opportunities, strengthening communities, and supporting a workplace where people grow and thrive.

The position:?We’re looking for an Industrial Cleaner to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who can perform heavy duty tasks in common areas and, occasionally, vacated and occupied units in high-rises, mid-rises, townhouses, scattered sites, and garden community apartments.

The Location: 808 Fir Street, Seattle WA 98104

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience and/or training in the Industrial Cleaner trade.
• Standard equipment of the Industrial Cleaner trade, including scrubbing machines and vacuum cleaners.
• Must possess valid Washington State Driver's License and fully insurable driving record.

What will you do??

• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, floors, cabinets and other surfaces in vacated apartments.
• Perform basic janitorial cleaning duties, such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc.
• Perform industrial cleaning in units, including sanitizing unit after deceased body.
• Clean up after fires in a building or unit.
• Strip, wax, scrub, and polish floors, including base coves. Shampoo carpets and remove stains.
• Remove garbage from units and maintain cleanliness of garbage areas. E
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures, attend required training, properly use personal protective equipment (PPE), report injuries, hazards, and unsafe conditions, and support emergency preparedness activities.
• May perform on-call and after-hours work.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

For additional information on the job, please see the full job description.

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Culture:SHA offers a supportive, energetic workplace where collaboration and growth thrive. Our talented team has helped make us a nationally recognized leader in affordable housing and community development.
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)

• Generous paid leave and holidays

• Work-Life Balance

• Reasonable hours

• Opportunity for part-time remote work (dependent on the position)

• Professional Development

• On-the-job training and growth opportunities

Our Commitment to Equity

SHA values your unique background and perspective - we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Learn more in our?diversity?and?application equity?statement.