Housekeeping Technician (Cleaning Staff)

Housekeeping Technician (Cleaning Staff)

Philadelphia, United States

Company
Hopkinson House
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
18 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Overview

Join our team as a Housekeeping Technician at a residential high-rise condominium, where your attention to detail and dedication to cleanliness will create welcoming, safe, and pristine environments for residents their guests and staff. In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of hygiene and order across various facilities Your proactive approach and commitment to quality will directly contribute to the overall living experience and operational excellence. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in cleaning, custodial work, and facilities maintenance within a vibrant and well managed organization.

Key Responsibilities
• Common Area Maintenance: Clean and sanitize community room bathrooms and toilets daily. Perform general dusting and wiping of surfaces in the lobby and shared spaces.
• Floor & Surface Care: Vacuum all hallway carpets and sweep concrete stair towers. Clean and baseboards, trim, and unit entry doors to ensure a uniform, high-end appearance.
• Elevators: Deep clean elevator cabs, including stainless steel walls. Pay special attention to vacuuming and debris removal from elevator door tracks.
• Waste Management: Manage daily trash collection from designated areas. Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the trash rooms.
• Outdoor & Seasonal Support: Assist the maintenance team with snow removal at building entrances and walkways using snow blowers, shovels, and salt spreaders as needed.
• Special Projects: Complete periodic deep-cleaning tasks such as window washing, carpet shampooing, or restorative floor care as assigned by management.
• Emergency Response: Assist the maintenance team with clean-up during water leak events and first responders during emergency situations or alarms.

Requirements
• Experience: Previous experience in residential or hospitality cleaning preferred.
• Physical Ability: Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliability: Promptness and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Communication: Friendly, professional demeanor when interacting with both residents and team members.
• Flexibility: Willingness to assist with tasks outside of standard duties during inclement weather, emergencies, vacations or similar such occurrences. Assist team members with any and all cleaning tasks when and as needed or requested.

Physical Requirements:

· Maintains a well-groomed appearance and must adhere to the HHOA dress code and wear the provided uniform at all times.

· Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish shared goals and tasks to maintain smooth operation of all building functions

Scheduling Requirements:

The Hopkinson House is a continuously operating condominium building and requires staffing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. You may be required to work weekends, night, or overnight shifts as well as federal and religious observed holidays.

Important to Note:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, the federal minimum wage under the Fair Labor Standards Act is $7.25 per hour for nonexempt cleaning staff as of 2026. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate is required for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Youth minimum wage is $7.25 per hour for workers under 20 during their first 90 consecutive calendar days.
Q What is the median hourly wage for janitors and cleaning staff in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for janitors and building cleaners is $19.02 in 2026. The annual median wage is $39,560 for full-time workers. The lowest 10 percent earn $13.65 per hour, while the top 10 percent earn $26.45 per hour.
Q What visa do foreign workers need for temporary cleaning staff jobs in the US in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, foreign workers need an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural cleaning positions, requiring a temporary labor certification from DOL. The FY 2026 H-2B cap is 66,000 visas, with additional supplemental visas possible. Employers file Form ETA-9142B for certification before USCIS petition.
Q Do I need a high school diploma or prior experience for entry-level cleaning staff jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, no formal educational credential is required for janitors and cleaners. Workers typically receive short-term on-the-job training of less than 30 days. Only 28 percent have postsecondary education, with most learning tasks like using cleaning equipment on site.
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