General Cleaner (NJ)

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM’s comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations.

Cleaners are responsible for emptying waste baskets and removing trash, dusting surfaces, handling towels and other cleaning supplies, washing walls and windows, and assisting with transporting supplies and equipment throughout the facility. Duties include sweeping, mopping, waxing, stripping, sealing, finishing, and polishing floors using appropriate equipment as required. Cleaners will also steam-clean, shampoo, and vacuum carpets. Additional duties will be performed as assigned.

• Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them. Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. 
• Sometimes using ladders, dusts and washes furniture, walls, machines, and equipment; cleans ceilings and dusts and polishes light fixtures. Washes and replaces blinds 
• Moves cabinets, boxes, furniture, crates and equipment to clean areas, either manually or by using hand trucks 
• May remove stains from such surfaces as rugs, drapes, walls, and floors using chemicals and cleaning solutions. May also sweep walks, rake leaves, cut grass, remove snow or perform other incidental seasonal tasks 
• Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications 
• Strips, seals, finishes, and polishes floors 
• Cleans and vacuums carpeted areas, including application of spot cleaning treatment 
• Gathers and empties trash 
• Wipes and cleans tabletops, chairs, and equipment in food areas 
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures 
• Services, cleans, and supplies restrooms 
• Periodically cleans overhead vents, dusts blinds, and polishes wood furniture 
• Cleans interior partition glass, windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees 
• Sprays insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation 
• Sets up, arranges, and removes decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings 
• Must keep janitor’s closet neat and orderly and maintain equipment in good working order 
• Requisitions supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties 
• Monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and possibly checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created 
• Drives vehicles (if required) to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners 
• May be expected to make basic repairs 
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned 

• Previous cleaning or janitorial experience preferred
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for long periods
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds
• Reliable transportation and attendance
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, weekends, or overtime
• Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Pass background check and drug screening (if required)
• Good communication skills