Residential Cleaning Technician at Talus Holdings in Reading, PA

JOB SUMMARY: This position provides cleaning services to Schuman Cleaning Service clients in accordance with client and Company specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform various cleaning activities including, but not limited to: cleaning bathroom fixtures, showers and tubs, washing floors, cleaning kitchens, vacuuming carpets, dusting, polishing furniture, etc.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with specifications outlines in the company’s Safety Program Handbook.
• Perform all duties timely and efficiently in accordance job specifications and Supervisor instructions.
• Report to Schuman’s headquarters at the assigned time.
• Wear appropriate uniform and personal protective equipment in accordance with job guidelines.
• Move furniture and other items as needed in order to clean appropriately.
• Work safely around pets, using appropriate pet friendly cleaning products and cleaning methods.
• Special care should be taken so that pets are prevented from leaving the home.
• Maintain a positive attitude and provide outstanding customer service while representing the company, as well as work well as a team demonstrating a positive image of Schuman’s Cleaning Service.
• Leave worksite in accordance with exit procedures provided including, but not limited to: secure premises, locking doors and window, activating alarm system, etc.
• Maintain all equipment in good working condition and return it to proper location after using.
• Report all accidents, injuries, security violations, maintenance issues (i.e. leaking faucets, running toilets) as well as all broken or improperly functioning equipment to Supervisor and/or Team Lead immediately.
• Learn specific cleaning techniques of the Company in order to clean more efficiently in accordance with Company specifications and requirements.
• Attend and actively participate in all Company required meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in other divisions as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no direct or indirect reports.

QUALIFICATIONS and COMPETENCIES: Skills and Abilities

• High level of attention to detail in achieving the cleaning standards of Schuman’s Cleaning Service.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain a professional, engaging and pleasant demeanor.
• Must be able to work in safe and efficient manner.
• Must be able to perform specific cleaning duties in accordance with specified techniques and instructions.
• Must be able to safely and effectively use specified cleaning equipment and all appropriate personal protective equipment.

Education and Experience: High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.

Physical Demands, Work Conditions and Environment:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor elements.
• Working at different worksites daily and occasionally several worksites throughout the same day.
• Non office type work environment which may expose employee to noise, dust, cleaning chemicals and other elements which are continuously present.
• Standing and moving for 8 plus hours a day.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and climb ladders and other activities requiring full range of motion.
• Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals, dusts, fumes, various sprays and mists, etc.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation; any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation, including but not limited to: Driving Record, Criminal Background, Reference Check, Credit Check, etc.
• Must be willing to submit to a drug and alcohol screening.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.