Kennedy Valve- Commercial Cleaner

Kennedy Valve, a member of the McWane family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly company. We have been an active community partner in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.

People providing peace of mind water solutions.

To save lives, resources, and property by supplying the best waterworks and fire protection products in the world.

Our culture is important to us and forms the foundation for everything we do. Successful Team Members will embrace and perform in accordance with our following core values:

Safety: People First - Step Up

Environment: Protect Our Communities - Keep It Clean

Leadership: I am Always On Stage - First Manage My Own Words & Behaviors

Accountability: Lead Myself Well - Own It, Correct It, Learn From It, Move On

Excellence: Always Working To Be Better - Value & Add Value

Trust: The Speed Of Trust - Build, Don't Break

Teamwork: Help Each Other Be Great - Win Together

Communication: Clear, Candid, & Constructive - Right Words, Right Time, Right Way

WHY KENNEDY VALVE?

Kennedy Valve offers great wages and robust benefits packages, as well as stability and a sense of team!

• Highly Competitive Pay $25hr
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement: 401(k) & Roth IRA company match options
• Employer-paid life insurance with the option to supplement
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plan options

SUMMARY:

The Kennedy Valve Commercial Cleaner plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment across all designated plant areas during the evening hours of 4:00pm to 12:30am. This position ensures that restrooms, locker rooms, specific offices, breakrooms, common areas, and production and maintenance areas remain clean and in top condition. The Commercial Cleaner performs deep cleaning, restocking, and disinfection duties during the evening shift, and responds to on-call cleaning emergencies as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facility Cleaning and Sanitation: Perform thorough, deep, evening cleaning and sanitizing of restrooms, locker rooms, and shower areas, ensuring high standards of hygiene. Disinfect high-touch surfaces, sweep, mop, scrub floors, and clean interior glass and mirrors for a polished, professional appearance. Empty and reline trash and recycling receptacles across the facility.
• Production Floor Cleaning: Conduct deep cleaning in production and maintenance areas, including scrubbing, degreasing, and pressure washing of floors and walls. Support major plant cleaning projects, shutdowns, and seasonal maintenance to maintain a safe and compliant industrial environment.
• Common Area Maintenance: Deep clean and sanitize breakrooms, cafeterias, and vending areas after shift operations. Wipe down tables, chairs, countertops, and appliances; refill soap, sanitizer, and paper products; and ensure these shared spaces are ready for the next workday.
• Emergency and Special Projects: Respond promptly to sanitation or spill emergencies during evening operations. Assist in plant-wide cleanup efforts, special projects, and outdoor housekeeping tasks such as maintaining entryways and walkways free of debris or oil residue.
• Supplies and Chemical Handling: Monitor cleaning product levels and communicate replenishment needs to supervision. Safely label, store, and use all chemicals and equipment in compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow all facility safety protocols, wear appropriate PPE, and report any spills, leaks, or equipment malfunctions immediately. Dispose of waste properly and adhere to environmental and sanitation guidelines specific to heavy manufacturing operations.
• Professional Conduct and Communication: Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining professionalism in all occupied or sensitive areas. Communicate effectively with supervisors about safety concerns, supply needs, or maintenance issues, and complete all assigned cleaning routes efficiently and thoroughly.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior commercial cleaning, custodial, janitorial, or facilities maintenance experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of safe cleaning practices and use of cleaning products.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and handle cleaning chemicals properly.
• Excellent time management, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and maintain professionalism in occupied facilities.
• Understanding of industrial safety standards (OSHA, NFPA 79, NEC).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent walking, bending, stooping, and lifting throughout shift.
• Ability to stand and perform manual cleaning tasks for extended periods.
• Tolerance for working in manufacturing and industrial environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Walking and performing tasks throughout an active heavy manufacturing operation.
• Frequent walking, bending, stooping, and lifting throughout shift.
• Exposed to elements, such as cold, heat, noise, dust, odors, fumes, etc.
• Work schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, with weekend overtime as operationally needed.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Kennedy Valve Co. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing. McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation , veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.