Cleaner

  • Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
  • Washington, District of Columbia
  • Full Time
CLEANER 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 655 Virginia Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 Job Description Minimum Qualifications Education High school diploma or possession of a general equivalency diploma (GED) Experience No prior work experience required but manifest the zeal to grasp the accountability quickly Certification/Licensure N/A Preferred One (1) year of professional commercial cleaning Medical Group Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations. Job Summary The Cleaner performs routine manual work providing interior and exterior cleaning and servicing of Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)'s fleet of revenue and non-revenue vehicles (buses, rail car, and corporate vehicles). The incumbent becomes familiar with the various types of shop/yard vehicles and follows established safety procedures while performing general duties as a Cleaner. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepares and cleans interiors and exteriors on all WMATA fleet of revenue and non-revenue vehicles (which may include one of the following: buses, rail car, or corporate vehicles), manually and/or with machine type devices, automatic washing equipment, and various chemical cleaning products, removing debris on vehicles, to ensure cleanliness of Authority fleet. Removes graffiti from interior and exterior surfaces manually and/or with machine type devices and chemical cleaning products. Inspects vehicles for personal property left by passengers, releasing them to proper authority to ensure fleet is safe and clear of hazardous materials. Assists in maintaining cleanliness of work area and WMATA facilities which may include trash removal and heavy physical labor. Performs cleaning services on all Authority fleet of revenue and non-revenue vehicles (which may include one of the following: buses, rail car, or corporate vehicles) and completes appropriate records and reports, which may include fuel delivery, to ensure vehicles are safe, clean, and reliable in accordance to prescribed standards. Completes appropriate records of completed and pending cleaning assignments, to ensure activities are documented and meet mandated requirements. The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. Evaluation Criteria Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience. Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following: Skills and/or behavioral assessment Personal interview Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses) Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment) Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions) Review of a current motor vehicle report Closing WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law. This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
Job ID: 481358469
Originally Posted on: 6/15/2025

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