Snow Removal & On-Call Cleaner

About the role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking individual to join our team as a Snow Removal & On-Call Cleaner. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and cleanliness of commercial properties during the winter season and beyond. The ideal candidate will be responsible for snow removal during inclement weather and will transition to general cleaning duties during non-snow periods, must have a reliable mode of transportation or be MBTA accessible, be comfortable with the on-call schedule, and able to perform the functions of the job in a reasonable and safe manner. This is a seasonal job opportunity for the winter season (November – March).

Responsibilities

Snow removal (primary):

• Operate snow removal equipment to clear site areas, parking lots, driveways, and walkways.
• Perform manual snow removal using shovels and snow blowers on sidewalks, entryways, and pedestrian zones.
• Apply salt or de-icing materials to maintain safe walking and driving surfaces.
• Sweep or shovel snow from steps and walkways at building entrances and connecting walkways/sidewalks as directed.
• Respond promptly to snow events, including early mornings, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

General cleaning (secondary):

• Perform routine cleaning tasks such as sweep, mop, and wash floors, and other surfaces (inside buildings).
• Use light and heavy (commercial type) floor buffers and shampoo machines including attachments.
• Vacuum rugs in offices and public areas.
• Spot clean daily and shampoo when directed rugs.
• Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, pictures, chairs, door trim, light fixtures, and all other horizontal surfaces including periodic high dusting.
• Clean bathrooms and restock paper supplies daily (damp wipe glass surfaces, empty waste baskets, service soap and toilet paper dispensers, dust sills, clean tile walls, shelves, stall partitions, sweep/mop/scrub floors, etc.).
• Monitor possible defects such as clogged urinals and lights out, and report to supervisors.
• Collect building trash daily, placing it in approved containers and designated collection areas for subsequent removal.
• Replace liners in waste baskets and trash containers per specifications.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in snow removal or operating plow equipment preferred.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions including cold, snow, and ice.
• Able to lift heavy objects (50–75 lbs), shovel snow, and perform manual labor for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Availability for on-call work during snow events.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Experience in janitorial or facilities maintenance is a plus.

Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance programs; and paid and unpaid time away from work.

Pay

The compensation for the position is $19.81 – $23.30 per hour. The exact rate offered will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

Schedule

Seasonal (November – March). On-call during snow events, including early mornings, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed. During non-snow periods, transitions to general cleaning duties.