CREW LEAD Corridor Cleaning Ambassador
Company
Esperanza
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Duties Of Corridor Cleaning Ambassadors
• Clean the sidewalks and out to 18 inches in the streets to cover curb and storm inlets.
• Clean all four (4) corners of any intersection found at the end of cleaning routes.
• Clean a minimum of 20 ft along any side streets that intersect with the primary street.
• Ensure weeds and grass are no higher than 4 in. on all sidewalks along each route.
• Remove posters, stickers and debris off street furniture, telephone/electric poles and traffic signs.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of other public spaces and vacant lots on all three corridors.
• Maintain over-filled city trash cans to prevent trash from flowing over.
• Assist with promotion of litter reduction campaigns and community engagement.
• Track number of blocks cleaned, and bags used during cleaning tour using google forms application.
• Make 311 reports for all city related issues (i.e., graffiti, potholes, illegal dumping, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between the businesses, residents, and corridor management team.
• Attend greening and cleaning trainings and workshops some weekends required.
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs. – 50 lbs.
• Bilingual required: Spanish/English
• Other duties as assigned, including seasonal snow removal and weed whacking.
Requirements
Crew Lead additional requirements:
• Receive emails sent via human resources and share information with the cleaning team.
• Must have strong communication skills to manage WhatsApp group chat with leadership.
• Assist EHED with business corridor special events: Annual Parranda and Business Block Party
• Help coordinate spring cleaning, greening maintenance, and power washing activities as needed.
• Responsible for coordinating work with the Environmental team in EHED to take care of trees.
• Complete regular corridor walk-throughs for 311 including illegal signs, abandoned cars, potholes and dumping
• Must attend Quick capture, OSHA, Tree Tender and other professional development trainings
• Manage Daily Cleaning Report and report data to management using Google forms.
• Must have an active smart phone for use of applications like 311 and Google forms.
Other
• Full time permanent job with benefits- Pay Rate: $22.00 an hour - Monday through Friday- 8AM-5PM (one hour included for lunch)Must have transportation
• Clean the sidewalks and out to 18 inches in the streets to cover curb and storm inlets.
• Clean all four (4) corners of any intersection found at the end of cleaning routes.
• Clean a minimum of 20 ft along any side streets that intersect with the primary street.
• Ensure weeds and grass are no higher than 4 in. on all sidewalks along each route.
• Remove posters, stickers and debris off street furniture, telephone/electric poles and traffic signs.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of other public spaces and vacant lots on all three corridors.
• Maintain over-filled city trash cans to prevent trash from flowing over.
• Assist with promotion of litter reduction campaigns and community engagement.
• Track number of blocks cleaned, and bags used during cleaning tour using google forms application.
• Make 311 reports for all city related issues (i.e., graffiti, potholes, illegal dumping, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between the businesses, residents, and corridor management team.
• Attend greening and cleaning trainings and workshops some weekends required.
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs. – 50 lbs.
• Bilingual required: Spanish/English
• Other duties as assigned, including seasonal snow removal and weed whacking.
Requirements
Crew Lead additional requirements:
• Receive emails sent via human resources and share information with the cleaning team.
• Must have strong communication skills to manage WhatsApp group chat with leadership.
• Assist EHED with business corridor special events: Annual Parranda and Business Block Party
• Help coordinate spring cleaning, greening maintenance, and power washing activities as needed.
• Responsible for coordinating work with the Environmental team in EHED to take care of trees.
• Complete regular corridor walk-throughs for 311 including illegal signs, abandoned cars, potholes and dumping
• Must attend Quick capture, OSHA, Tree Tender and other professional development trainings
• Manage Daily Cleaning Report and report data to management using Google forms.
• Must have an active smart phone for use of applications like 311 and Google forms.
Other
• Full time permanent job with benefits- Pay Rate: $22.00 an hour - Monday through Friday- 8AM-5PM (one hour included for lunch)Must have transportation
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.
