Common Area Cleaner

  • GC Realty & Development
  • Elgin, Illinois
  • Full Time

Do you notice the details others miss?

CHICAGOLAND COMMON AREA CLEANER OPPORTUNITIES!

Do you take pride in clean, polished spaces that make a great first impression?

Do you like staying active and working independently across different properties?

Are you looking to join a growing, fast-moving team that values your work?

If this sounds like you, we want to meet you.

Why Work With GC Realty?

We manage over 1,400 homes and multi-unit buildings around Chicagoland-and first impressions matter. Our Common Area Cleaners are the eyes and hands that keep our stairwells, lobbies, laundry rooms, and shared spaces looking great and feeling safe.

We move fast. We communicate clearly. And we live by our values: Own It. GSD. Better Results. Responsive.

What You'll Do

Start your day with a schedule sent the night before, and then:

  • Visit multiple GC Realty properties across the Chicagoland area

  • Clean building entrances, hallways, stairwells, and shared spaces

  • Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust all floors and surfaces

  • Wash windows, wipe down ledges, clean light fixtures, and remove cobwebs

  • Empty trash, remove debris, and maintain a safe, welcoming environment

  • Check lightbulbs, pick up coins from laundry machines, and report minor issues like leaks or broken fixtures

  • Document your work via app and communicate with dispatch throughout the day

  • Finish the day knowing you made a visible impact

What You Bring

  • 1+ year of professional cleaning experience (multi-unit or commercial preferred)

  • Solid knowledge of cleaning tools, products, and safe usage

  • A reliable vehicle and valid driver's license-you'll travel daily

  • Comfort working independently while staying efficient and thorough

  • Ability to lift 30+ lbs and work on your feet throughout your shift

  • A sharp eye for detail and the mindset: "If I see it, I handle it"

  • A positive attitude and strong time management skills

What You'll Get

  • Hourly Pay: $16-$20/hour based on experience

  • Gas stipend

  • Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability

  • Paid Time Off: 10 days + your birthday off

  • 7 Paid Holidays

  • 401(k) with company plan

  • Better Book Club: GC pays you up to $500/year to read and grow

  • A leadership team that knows your role matters-and supports you daily

The GC Realty Experience

We've been in property management for 21+ years, and we've built a reputation for doing things right. Our Cleaners help us uphold that standard every day.

Our values aren't just posters-they guide how we work:

  • Own It - Take full responsibility and follow through

  • GSD - Get Stuff Done

  • Better Results - Don't just clean it-improve it

  • Responsive - Communicate clearly and act quickly

Ready to Join the Team?

Apply now and schedule a 10-minute intro call within the next 24 hours. Let's keep Chicagoland beautiful, one building at a time.

Job ID: 490565724
Originally Posted on: 8/24/2025

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