Outdoor Maintenance Cleaner

Klēn Space; New York (NY); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in janitorial services is looking for dedicated individuals ready to tackle outdoor challenges. This role involves maintaining the beauty and cleanliness of various NYC locations, including bridges and underpasses. Ideal candidates will enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions and possess strong communication skills. Join a team that values commitment and reliability, where your efforts contribute to a cleaner, safer community. If you have a passion for maintaining public spaces and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Prior landscaping or janitorial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of outdoor areas and perform litter pickup.
• Mandatory snow removal and participation in overtime as needed.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Communication Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Outdoor work adaptability

Experience in landscaping

Experience in janitorial services

Ability to use mobile apps

Flexibility in schedule

Ability to speak and read English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mobile applications

Job description

We are a commercial and government industrial janitorial services company focused on the cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitization of facilities and assets. Klēn Space seeks professionals who are excited by challenges and driven by the opportunity to use their knowledge, skills, and abilities in helping our customers meet mission requirements to keep spaces clean, safe and beautiful.

Our success comes from the talent and commitment of our dedicated employees driven in providing valuable services to our customers. Come along for the journey and be part of our growth and success.

Location: Various NYC bridges and underpasses
Schedule: Full-time, including mandatory snow removal and potential overtime

Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm, $16.50/hour
Compensation: Based on experience

Duties and Responsibilities:

Groundskeeping:

• Weed wack. Mow grass, trim hedges
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of outdoor areas
• Ensure bridges and underpasses are well-kept and free from overgrowth or debris
• Perform litter pickup on sidewalks and curbs
• Sweep sidewalks and walkways
• Empty trash bins and replace liners

Seasonal & Special Tasks:

• Snow removal from sidewalks and common areas is mandatory during winter
• Participate in overtime as needed for emergencies, weather events, or special projects
• Support additional maintenance or cleaning tasks as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Prior landscaping or janitorial experience preferred
• Ability to follow company policies and uphold cleanliness and safety standards
• Must be available for snow removal assignments, including nights and weekends if necessary
• Must have a working phone that is able to download two mobile apps used to complete the job
• Ability to use phone app for report completion of each location
• Must be age 18 or over
• Must have 2 valid forms of ID. 1 must have a photo
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays
• Good communication skills and ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions are also required
• Ability to speak and read English

Accommodation:

Candidates for the position should be able to perform essential job duties in described work environment with or without accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Klen Space is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and we actively encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Experience:

• Janitorial: 1 year (Preferred)
• Landscaping: 1 year (Preferred)

The pay range for this role is:

16.50 - 16.50 USD per hour (NYCEDC CityClean)