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Cleaner - Howell

New Jersey Transit Corporation

Howell Township, NJFull-time$20.64/hrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$20.64/hr
Location
Howell Township, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

New Jersey Transit Corporation is hiring a Cleaner - Howell. NJ TRANSIT is seeking a Cleaner in Howell, NJ to clean and maintain its buses, facilities, and property under garage management. The role involves interior and exterior bus cleaning, trash removal, operating equipment, and completing work reports. Candidates must read English, hold a high school diploma, and be able to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Key focus areas include Clean interior of NJ TRANSIT buses, including sweeping, mopping, window cleaning, vacuuming, and upholstery cleaning., Remove trash, litter, and other refuse from buses., and Clean exterior of buses and other NJ TRANSIT vehicles by soaping, scrubbing, and rinsing..

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, English Language, and Form Completion. Important skills include Interior Bus Cleaning, Sweeping And Mopping, Window Cleaning, Driver Area Maintenance, Vacuuming, and Upholstery Cleaning.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Interior Bus CleaningSweeping and MoppingWindow CleaningDriver Area MaintenanceVacuumingUpholstery CleaningLight Fixture CleaningInterior Surface WashingTrash RemovalExterior Vehicle CleaningSoaping Scrubbing RinsingProperty Sweeping and CleaningOperating Mechanical EquipmentWork Report Form CompletionUnderstanding Written DirectionsUnderstanding Oral DirectionsTeam CollaborationIndependent WorkFurniture and Equipment MovingEmergency Availability

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDJanitorial ExperienceEnglish Language ProficiencyPre‑Employment Physical and Background ChecksShift Flexibility Including Evenings Weekends Holidays

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Compensation

$20.64

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Summary:

  • Under the direction of garage management is responsible for the cleaning and maintaining al NJ TRANSIT vehicles, facilities, and property.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Cleans interior of NJ TRANSIT buses, including sweeping and mopping bus floors, cleaning windows, maintaining the driver's area, vacuuming, and cleaning upholstery, cleaning light fixtures, washing interior surfaces

  • Removes trash, litter, and other refuse from buses

  • Cleans exterior of buses and all other NJ TRANSIT vehicles, including soaping, scrubbing, and rinsing of vehicles

  • Performs periodic sweeping and cleaning of Company property and facilities, operating mechanical equipment as required to perform their job duties

  • Fills out work report forms as required and performs all other duties as required by garage management

  • Must be able to understand written and oral directions

  • Must be able to work in harmony with fellow employees

  • Must be able to work with minimum supervision

  • Must be able to move furniture and equipment properly to perform cleaning duties

  • Must be available for emergencies

Physical Demands:

  • Frequent lifting and carrying of objects, walking to bus pushing cleaning objects or cart with loads 40 lbs or above

  • A moderate degree of muscle endurance is required to push cart, manipulate buckets, and use mop during the repetitious movements associated with the cleaning process

  • Frequent manipulation including lifting of mop, broom, and other cleaning utensils

  • Work is performed in standing upright position 75% of time. Frequent bending of body at the waist with 25% of work done kneeling, stooping, crouching etc.

  • Repetitive bending and working in cramped spaces (low seals, cushions, and luggage racks). And repetitive climbing into and out of bus

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in the janitorial preferred

  • Must have a High School diploma or GED from a recognized and accredited school

  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

  • Capable of completing forms and carrying out duties of the position

  • Pass the pre-employment physical and background checks (interview, background check and pre-employment medical screening)

  • Must have flexibility to work any shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays

At NJ TRANSIT you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:

  • Full benefit package including medical, prescription, dental and vision

  • Pension plan plus 457 tax-deferred savings plans

  • Growth Opportunities

  • Paid time off

  • Pay rate is $20.64 Hourly

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This position is deemed safety sensitive per the Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

The DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of marijuana for any reason. It is unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under DOT regulations to use recreational or medical marijuana. The prohibition includes any derivative of marijuana such as CBD oils, teas, etc. The use of recreational and medical marijuana is a violation of NJ TRANSIT’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy for safety-sensitive employees.

Before You Apply remember

  • When asked “How did you hear about us?”, select Job Fair.

  • Complete all required application questions.

  • Upload your resume (not required for Bus Driver/Operator openings).

Apply using the link below

  • Click “Apply Now” and follow all prompts.

After You Apply

  • If you worked with a Department of Labor representative or learned about this opportunity through one, please let them know once you’ve applied and ask them to email the NJ TRANSIT team on your behalf.

  • If you have questions about your application, contact your recruiter. If you need help connecting with your recruiter, we can assist.

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

10778

Job Type

Full Time

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