2nd Shift General Cleaners -(3128)
Company
HES Facilities
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Posted
4 days ago
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Job Description
About the position
HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, HES builds best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, the HES leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give school facilities their full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management. Founded in 1972, HES has a proven track record of working successfully and exclusively in the educational environment, maintaining a singular focus on facilities management, undistracted by competing priorities. HES has earned the trust of over 150 education partners across 29 states. We employ 13,000 dedicated team members and maintain more than 200 million square feet daily. General Cleaners are responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of all assigned areas. General Cleaners perform any combination of cleaning duties to maintain the daily upkeep and cleanliness of the facility.
Responsibilities
• Sweeping
• dusting
• dust mopping
• damp mopping
• vacuuming
• extracting carpet
• stripping and waxing floors
• removing trash
• recycling
• cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and locker rooms
• polishing outside area within 10 feet of entryways
• washing windows
• removal or snow and ice
• cleaning of desks/walls/ furniture/ doors/ entry glass/ interior glass/counter tops/chalkboards/ whiteboards/blinds and light fixtures
• any other duties as directed by custodial supervisor or his/her designated representative
Requirements
• Excellent work history
• Team focused approach requiring ability to work with others and take direction
• Physically demanding fast-paced environment requiring ability to work efficiently with attention to detail
• Reliable transportation
• Background check required
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, wipe, push and pull.
• The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Extensive walking and standing for the duration of the shift.
• Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks with production and service time frames as established by the company.
• Ability to work with various temperatures extreme from hot to cold.
Nice-to-haves
• Previous cleaning experience a plus.
• High school degree preferred but not required.
Benefits
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, HES builds best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, the HES leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give school facilities their full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management. Founded in 1972, HES has a proven track record of working successfully and exclusively in the educational environment, maintaining a singular focus on facilities management, undistracted by competing priorities. HES has earned the trust of over 150 education partners across 29 states. We employ 13,000 dedicated team members and maintain more than 200 million square feet daily. General Cleaners are responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of all assigned areas. General Cleaners perform any combination of cleaning duties to maintain the daily upkeep and cleanliness of the facility.
Responsibilities
• Sweeping
• dusting
• dust mopping
• damp mopping
• vacuuming
• extracting carpet
• stripping and waxing floors
• removing trash
• recycling
• cleaning and sanitizing restrooms and locker rooms
• polishing outside area within 10 feet of entryways
• washing windows
• removal or snow and ice
• cleaning of desks/walls/ furniture/ doors/ entry glass/ interior glass/counter tops/chalkboards/ whiteboards/blinds and light fixtures
• any other duties as directed by custodial supervisor or his/her designated representative
Requirements
• Excellent work history
• Team focused approach requiring ability to work with others and take direction
• Physically demanding fast-paced environment requiring ability to work efficiently with attention to detail
• Reliable transportation
• Background check required
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, wipe, push and pull.
• The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Extensive walking and standing for the duration of the shift.
• Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned tasks with production and service time frames as established by the company.
• Ability to work with various temperatures extreme from hot to cold.
Nice-to-haves
• Previous cleaning experience a plus.
• High school degree preferred but not required.
Benefits
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
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.
