Job Information
Albany Housing Authority Cleaner in Albany, New York
Position(s): Cleaner
Monday – Friday 8am-4:30pm (40.00 hours per week)
Location(s): Albany Housing Authority
Requirements: Applicants must meet the requirements as outlined in the following job description, including having a valid NYS driver's license at the time of hire.
Salary: $40,795.94
Deadline for Applying: Continuous until filled.Anyone who is interested in applying for the position will need to visit Albany Housing Authority Career Center to apply online. AHA Career Center (https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=d7d75902-214d-4176-8fb0-6e33fea06c48&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter) .
Albany Housing Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
CLEANER
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Performs routine building cleaning and outside ground maintenance tasks. Does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This is work requiring effective performance of building cleaning & grounds keeping. Cleaning tasks are performed according to an established procedure and involves some heavy work requiring physical strength and ability. This position is distinguished from that of a Custodian by the lighter nature of the work performed and snow removal is required. The work is performed under the supervision of a Maintenance Superintendent. Supervision over the work of others is not a responsibility of employees in this class.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only)
Sweeps and mops floors, stairs and halls
Cleans offices and vacuums carpets
Dusts, cleans and polishes chairs, tables, desks and other furniture
Performs general cleaning of bathroom floors, sinks, walls, toilets and mirrors, replenishes soap and paper towel dispensers and replaces paper products if necessary
Empties wastepaper baskets and disposes of rubbish
Maintains the grounds by picking up trash and debris
Mulch, trims shrubs, rakes leaves,removing ice & snow, and performs a variety of other grounds keeping tasks as assigned
Performs related work as required
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment and ability to use them economically and efficiently
Ability to read and write simple information
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
Ability to perform cleaning and grounds maintenance tasks
Willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks
Ability to get along well with others
Ability to uphold the integrity of Albany Housing Authority at all times
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Special Note**
Valid NYS Driver’s License is required
HOURS 40 PER WEEK (M-F)
SHIFT A – (8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.)