Hourly rate per CBA: $23.59

Cleaners are a key member of the Building Services staff of the Metropolitan Opera. Building Services is responsible for ensuring a clean environment for all Met Opera employees and patrons.

Primary Responsibilities:

Completing a daily routine of assigned cleaning duties including but not limited to mopping, vacuuming, dusting and removing trash in office spaces, restrooms, public areas, stairwells and hallways.
Restocking supplies in office spaces, storage rooms, etc.
Notifying supervisors of any instances of disrepair observed.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills & Qualifications:

Prior experience cleaning/maintenance in commercial or retail space.
Knowledge of commercial cleaning equipment (floor buffers, industrial vacuums, power washers, etc.) and supplies/solvents is a plus.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, carry and/or perform repetitive motions for entirety of the workday.
Must have a strong work ethic and be punctual and reliable.
Professional appearance and good communication skills.
Ability to take direction and work in a team-oriented environment is essential.

Physical Demands

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays and weekends as assigned. Split days off are possible. Overtime hours or shifts are usually available.
This is a Union position.

The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

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