Qualities of the Best Cleaning Jobs

February 21, 2022

What a Cleaner Should Look for in a Quality Cleaning Job/Company

With the hiring climate the way it is currently, there are more options than ever when looking for employment. Having so many options, it can be difficult to know with certainty that you are applying to work for a good employer. OnPoint Building Services was named one of The Hampton Roads Business Journals Top Workplaces of 2021, so check out our insights on what to ask a potential employer when applying for a cleaning job.

Questions to Ask When Applying for a Cleaning Job in Hampton Roads:

IS IT ONE BUILDING OR AM I EXPECTED TO MOVE FROM BUILDING TO BUILDING?

Getting a gauge for the overall scope of work for a commercial cleaning job is one of the most important ways to get off to a good start. A good cleaning job will set clear expectations to ensure you are certain of where and when you are expected to start work.

WILL I BE BY MYSELF OR TEAM CLEANING?

Many commercial cleaning companies have jobs where a cleaner could be on a team or cleaning a building on their own. A good cleaning job is sure to confirm with employees the size of the team they will be working on.

HOW OFTEN DO I GET PAID?

There are many ways to pay an employee in this day and age whether it is weekly, bi-weekly, or even daily in some cases. A good cleaning job communicates rate and frequency of pay effectively to cleaners.

WHAT TYPE OF TRAINING DO YOU PROVIDE?

Being properly trained is an important component of being successful in a new cleaning job. A good cleaning job will help you be fully set up to do your job well from the first day of work going forward.

WHAT OPPORTUNITIES DO I HAVE TO GROW WITH THIS COMPANY?

When you start a job it is important to know if you have a chance to grow with good performance. A good cleaning job will offer opportunities to reward good work. This could include moving into management positions to grow your career.

IS THE COMPANY GROWING?

When looking at the long term when applying for a cleaning job, one should make sure the company they’re applying to work for is working toward being a leader in the industry. A good cleaning job is with a company that is working to be exemplary in the field.

OnPoint Building Services is a locally owned, full service janitorial company serving southeastern Virginia. With deep roots in the commercial building service contractor industry, OnPoint understands that clients deserve consistent service and reliable communication from their service providers—and that challenge excites us. Looking for a job? Click here! Looking for an estimate? Click here!