Cleaning Associate

Block by Block • Iowa City, IA

10h • $19 - $19

About The Position

At Block by Block, we employ Ambassadors to make public spaces better by making
them friendlier, safer, and cleaner for the communities we serve.

If you're outgoing and friendly, and enjoy working outside and meeting new
people, we have just the job for you -- Cleaning Ambassador. This is also a
great opportunity for retirees, veterans, and graduating high school seniors who
are looking for their first job.

This role will provide a high level of visibility at the street level to
carry out a wide variety of cleaning tasks in the zone assigned. Must
maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times.

Requirements

• Experience preferred, but not required. We will train.
• Must have a H.S. Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check and drug test.
• Must have the physical capacity to walk or traverse continuously during an eight-hour shift, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all conditions (free uniforms provided)
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in order to create basic reports.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Driver's License PREFERRED

Responsibilities

• Actively acknowledge and engage pedestrians and visitors with a friendly greeting/smile in order to provide directions and/or city information.
• Litter removal -- While moving through the zone with a rolling trash can that has supplies/tools, remove litter: fast food bags, cups, soda cans, cigarette butts, and other debris on the streets/sidewalks and alleys. Remove graffiti and posters from light posts, trash cans, news boxes, etc.
• Pull weeds that grow at the base of tree wells, in cracks in the sidewalks, and in vacant lots.
• Damp wipe and straighten outdoor surfaces, such as trash can lids, news boxes, etc.
• Be watchful for unwanted behaviors or criminal activity and report to the Safety Ambassadors via two-way radios. Must be able to complete basic daily reports of tasks completed, which requires being proficient in speaking, reading, and writing the English language.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Pay Advance -- Get a pay advance before payday with Rapid Pay
• Great benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Free uniforms for all weather conditions.
• Employee Assistance and our Employee Cares Program (disaster & tragedy assistance fund)
• A fun work culture and a lot more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED