On-Call Vacation Replacement Cleaner
Company
New York City School Support Services (Public)
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
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via New York City School Support Services (Public) Career Opportunities - EPAY Hire
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Job Description
On-Call Vacation Replacement Cleaner
Position Summary:
The New York City School Support Service provides custodial support to the New York City Public Schools. Our goal is to provide these services professionally to ensure each public school facility meets every child’s needs.
Under direct supervision, cleaners perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks. Cleaners are responsible for the cleanliness of a section of a school building and care of outside grounds assigned to them, and during school recesses, may perform unskilled maintenance tasks.
Reports to: Custodian Engineer or designated supervisor
START DATE: Earliest April 15, 2026
Responsibilities
• Empties waste baskets and removes trash, dusts, handles towels and other cleaning supplies, washes walls, windows and blackboards, and assists in transporting supplies and equipment.
• Sweeps, mops, waxes, strips, seals, finishes and polishes floors using related equipment as required.
• Steam-cleans, shampoos and vacuums carpets.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Sets up, arranges and removes furniture for special affairs.
• Secures windows and doors after cleaning assigned areas.
• Mows and trims lawns and shrubbery, rakes leaves, removes snow and ice, and clears debris from school grounds
• Requisitions, receives, and distributes building cleaning supplies, equipment and materials.
• Keeps tools, equipment and work area clean and in good condition.
• Paints areas not requiring specific painting skills and/or knowledge.
• Assists other school custodial staff as required.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Maintains knowledge of Department of Education, Department of Buildings, Environmental Protection Agency, Fire Department of New York, codes and protocols.
• Performs related work.
Qualification Requirements
There are no formal educational or experience requirements.
Preferred
Six months to one year experience in the area of facility janitorial cleaning.
Knowledge of proper use of cleaning chemicals. Knowledge of use and cleaning of power equipment.
EEO Statement:
NYCSSS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. NYCSSS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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.
NYCSSS expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Additional Statement: Per New York State Law, NYCSSS will NOT seek any past salary history from any applicant or job candidate. NYCSSS holds the right to inquire about an applicant or job candidate salary expectations for any NYCSSS advertised job, position and/or role.
Position Summary:
The New York City School Support Service provides custodial support to the New York City Public Schools. Our goal is to provide these services professionally to ensure each public school facility meets every child’s needs.
Under direct supervision, cleaners perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks. Cleaners are responsible for the cleanliness of a section of a school building and care of outside grounds assigned to them, and during school recesses, may perform unskilled maintenance tasks.
Reports to: Custodian Engineer or designated supervisor
START DATE: Earliest April 15, 2026
Responsibilities
• Empties waste baskets and removes trash, dusts, handles towels and other cleaning supplies, washes walls, windows and blackboards, and assists in transporting supplies and equipment.
• Sweeps, mops, waxes, strips, seals, finishes and polishes floors using related equipment as required.
• Steam-cleans, shampoos and vacuums carpets.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Sets up, arranges and removes furniture for special affairs.
• Secures windows and doors after cleaning assigned areas.
• Mows and trims lawns and shrubbery, rakes leaves, removes snow and ice, and clears debris from school grounds
• Requisitions, receives, and distributes building cleaning supplies, equipment and materials.
• Keeps tools, equipment and work area clean and in good condition.
• Paints areas not requiring specific painting skills and/or knowledge.
• Assists other school custodial staff as required.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Maintains knowledge of Department of Education, Department of Buildings, Environmental Protection Agency, Fire Department of New York, codes and protocols.
• Performs related work.
Qualification Requirements
There are no formal educational or experience requirements.
Preferred
Six months to one year experience in the area of facility janitorial cleaning.
Knowledge of proper use of cleaning chemicals. Knowledge of use and cleaning of power equipment.
EEO Statement:
NYCSSS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. NYCSSS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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.
NYCSSS expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Additional Statement: Per New York State Law, NYCSSS will NOT seek any past salary history from any applicant or job candidate. NYCSSS holds the right to inquire about an applicant or job candidate salary expectations for any NYCSSS advertised job, position and/or role.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States as of 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for cleaning staff positions as of January 1, 2026. Employers must pay 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Twenty-seven states enforce higher minimums including $16.50 per hour in Washington state effective January 1, 2026.
How many hours per week and what leave benefits apply to cleaning staff under federal law in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires cleaning staff to receive overtime pay after 40 hours in a workweek as of 2026. Full-time employees qualify for up to 12 weeks of unpaid Family and Medical Leave after 12 months of employment and 1,250 hours worked. No federal paid sick leave mandate exists but 14 states require at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually starting January 1, 2026.
What education and experience are required for cleaning staff jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor lists no formal education requirement for cleaning staff positions as of 2026. Most employers accept applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-6 months of prior experience. Background checks are mandatory for 78 percent of janitorial contracts under federal facility standards.
What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through official U.S. government channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9 employment eligibility verification and a valid Social Security card to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as of 2026. A state-issued photo ID and proof of address dated within 30 days are also required for most federal contractor positions. No application fee is permitted under DOL rules.
