Power Equipment Operator — Public Spaces Cleaning Pro (Union Benefits)

Block by Block; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with FSA/HSA

Paid time off and holidays

Bonus program

401K retirement savings plan

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Block By Block is hiring for a first-shift labor role in the Pittsburgh area. You will perform power washing, litter vacuum operations, and street cleaning in district and civic spaces during early morning hours.

Shift specifics: Wed–Sun, Wed–Fri 4:00am–12:30pm; Sat–Sun 6:00am–2:30pm. This is a union job with union benefits; a valid driver’s license is required and English language skills are essential for reporting.

Qualifications

• Power washing + Landscaping background.
• Ability to operate a litter vehicle.
• Ability to use and operate a smart device.
• Basic reading and writing abilities.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Circulates through assigned work zone in the district or civic spaces completing manual and /or mechanical cleaning of needed items/spaces.
• Operates large hot water power unit to clean sidewalks, plazas, street furniture or any other areas in need of cleaning.
• Operates ATLV or litter vacuum to sweep up litter, debris, leaves etc.
• Follows all safety protocols to safeguard equipment, vehicles and pedestrians while operating equipment.
• Troubleshoots and provides basic daily maintenance such as cleaning filters, emptying hoppers etc.
• Reports issues to supervisor immediately.
• Watches for unwanted behaviors or criminal activity and reports to Operations Manager via observe and report through two-way radios.
• Provides written reports via SMART system of broken infrastructure, graffiti, and provides a basic daily report of inspections, accomplishments and tasks completed.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in order to create basic reports.
• Must maintain a positive, professional environment in full compliance with Block by Block standards.

Skills

Power washing + Landscaping background

Ability to operate a litter vehicle

Ability to use and operate a smart dev

Job description

Block By Block is hiring for a first-shift labor role in the Pittsburgh area. You will perform power washing, litter vacuum operations, and street cleaning in district and civic spaces during early morning hours.

Shift specifics: Wed–Sun, Wed–Fri 4:00am–12:30pm; Sat–Sun 6:00am–2:30pm. This is a union job with union benefits; a valid driver’s license is required and English language skills are essential for reporting.