Residential Cleaner

About the Role

Our client seeks a dependable and detail-conscious Cleaner to service residential rental properties. The role involves executing cleaning tasks for move-in/move-out scenarios, rental turnovers, and general property readiness. The company manages residential rentals, coordinating leasing, maintenance, inspections, access, and property upkeep.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning services at residential rental locations including move-in, move-out, rental turnover, and preparation cleanings
• Carry out thorough cleaning consistent with company quality standards across kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, hallways, appliances, floors, surfaces, cabinets, and fixtures
• Remove all dust, dirt, debris, garbage, and residual items as necessary
• Wipe down counters, sinks, mirrors, doors, baseboards, and frequently touched surfaces
• Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and floor cleaning duties
• Clean inside household appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, washers, and dryers where required
• Identify sections needing extra cleaning, junk removal, repairs, maintenance, or further follow-up
• Document work quality through clear before-and-after photographs and videos
• Provide detailed reports, including notes, photos, and videos, following each visit
• Communicate professionally and courteously with property owners, tenants (when applicable), prospective tenants (when applicable), and internal teams
• Adhere strictly to cleaning checklists, company instructions, access procedures, and appointment specifics

General Cleaning Tasks Include

• Move-in and move-out cleanings
• Rental turnover and deep cleaning
• Kitchen, bathroom, appliance, dusting, and floor cleaning
• Cabinet and drawer cleaning, window sill and baseboard cleaning
• Removal of garbage and light debris
• Preparing properties for photos, showings, inspections, or new tenants

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in cleaning roles such as cleaner, housekeeper, cleaning contractor, or residential cleaner
• Comprehensive understanding of residential cleaning best practices
• Access to reliable transportation and necessary cleaning equipment and supplies
• Capable of working independently onsite at rental properties
• Possession of an iPhone 13 or equivalent smartphone with high-quality camera for clear photo and video documentation
• Proficient in taking clear photos/videos and composing concise notes post-visit
• Professionalism, reliability, punctuality, keen attention to detail
• Ability to follow detailed cleaning checklists and property access instructions
• Effective communication skills with property stakeholders and team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in move-in/move-out cleaning and rental turnovers
• Experience servicing residential rentals prior to photos, inspections, or tenant move-in
• Ability to recognize damages, maintenance issues, junk removal, pest problems, access challenges, or unsafe conditions
• Experience operating independently for property management, leasing, cleaning, or home services firms

Ideal Candidate Profile

The suitable applicant is trustworthy, meticulous, and confident working solo at residential sites. They prioritize high-standard cleaning and recognize the importance of preparing rentals for photos, inspections, showings, and tenant turnover. They strictly follow procedures, complete checklists accurately, document with visuals, and report any concerns. This person is punctual, respectful, organized, and able to maintain clear communication with all relevant parties.

Field Work Requirements

• Reliable personal transportation
• Proper cleaning supplies and equipment for appointments
• Smartphone equipped with a quality camera
• Mobility to travel between various residential properties
• Capability to submit thorough updates including images and notes after visits

Additional Information

This position centers on cleaning and ensuring properties are ready for occupancy or viewing. Cleaners must identify and report any damage, maintenance needs, junk removal tasks, pest concerns, access problems, or hazardous conditions observed during visits, allowing relevant teams to act promptly.