Union Cleaner
Company
ISS Facility Services - North America
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 hours ago
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Job Description
Hourly Wage
The hourly pay range for this position is $18 per hour- $18 per hour. Benefits are provided in accordance with the location’s Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Work Hours
The work hours for this position may include evenings, weekends, and/ or holidays.
Key Purpose
Janitors keep assigned areas, such as offices, commercial spaces, industrial spaces, or institutional buildings, in clean and orderly condition. You will work successfully with fellow employees, clients, and all levels of the organization. You are expected to understand and follow instructions, both verbal and written; and explain how to complete a task using basic communication skills.
Success Criteria
• Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Perform work assignments in a team with other employees
• Maintain clean work area
• Follow all company procedures, policies, and rules
• Take direction and respond to supervision
• Communicate with the lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers professionally
• Fill in during staff shortage
• Support shift lead in completing punch-list items
• Use proper personal protective equipment
• Present a professional appearance and conduct
• Understand customer service and satisfaction
• Understand reporting systems and the environment
• Instilling trust
Key Areas of Collaboration and Influence
• A solid commitment to the guest experience
• Always remember safety first
• Build respectful relationships with all teammates and guests
• Willingness to take directions from the Cleaning Lead, Supervisor, or Manager
• Coordinate activities with other internal departments
• Participate in team meetings
Ideal Candidate Experience
• No previous cleaning experience is required
• Understand that safety is a top priority and comply with all safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Must be a team player and committed to working in a quality environment
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service skills
Key Accountabilities
• Vacuuming
• Edging
• Dusting
• Cleaning and stocking restrooms and breakrooms
• Window cleaning
• Emptying trash and transporting to proper disposal area
• Sweeping and mopping floors
• May perform other duties as assigned
Physical Demands & Work Environment
To perform the necessary functions and tasks of the job you are required to: Stand 33%, Walk >66%, Sit Use of hands and fingers to touch, handle, grip, feel, grasp Reach above shoulders
• Push/pull and grasp with hands and arms 33-50% Climb or balance <33% Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl <33%
• Perform repetitive tasks
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Frequently lift 0-10 pounds
• Frequently lift up to 25 lbs.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods
HSEQ Compliance: All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.
As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.
The hourly pay range for this position is $18 per hour- $18 per hour. Benefits are provided in accordance with the location’s Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Work Hours
The work hours for this position may include evenings, weekends, and/ or holidays.
Key Purpose
Janitors keep assigned areas, such as offices, commercial spaces, industrial spaces, or institutional buildings, in clean and orderly condition. You will work successfully with fellow employees, clients, and all levels of the organization. You are expected to understand and follow instructions, both verbal and written; and explain how to complete a task using basic communication skills.
Success Criteria
• Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Perform work assignments in a team with other employees
• Maintain clean work area
• Follow all company procedures, policies, and rules
• Take direction and respond to supervision
• Communicate with the lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers professionally
• Fill in during staff shortage
• Support shift lead in completing punch-list items
• Use proper personal protective equipment
• Present a professional appearance and conduct
• Understand customer service and satisfaction
• Understand reporting systems and the environment
• Instilling trust
Key Areas of Collaboration and Influence
• A solid commitment to the guest experience
• Always remember safety first
• Build respectful relationships with all teammates and guests
• Willingness to take directions from the Cleaning Lead, Supervisor, or Manager
• Coordinate activities with other internal departments
• Participate in team meetings
Ideal Candidate Experience
• No previous cleaning experience is required
• Understand that safety is a top priority and comply with all safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Must be a team player and committed to working in a quality environment
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service skills
Key Accountabilities
• Vacuuming
• Edging
• Dusting
• Cleaning and stocking restrooms and breakrooms
• Window cleaning
• Emptying trash and transporting to proper disposal area
• Sweeping and mopping floors
• May perform other duties as assigned
Physical Demands & Work Environment
To perform the necessary functions and tasks of the job you are required to: Stand 33%, Walk >66%, Sit Use of hands and fingers to touch, handle, grip, feel, grasp Reach above shoulders
• Push/pull and grasp with hands and arms 33-50% Climb or balance <33% Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl <33%
• Perform repetitive tasks
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Frequently lift 0-10 pounds
• Frequently lift up to 25 lbs.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods
HSEQ Compliance: All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.
As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.
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.
