City and County of San Francisco

Under general direction, supervises the cleaning and washing of interior and exterior windows and other similar surfaces in public buildings; assures that all work is performed in a safe manner and that all equipment is kept in a safe condition and replaced when unsafe; and performs related duties as required.

A position in this class supervises a group of window cleaners engaged in cleaning public buildings at various locations. The incumbent is responsible for explaining and enforcing prescribed methods, procedures and safety regulations involved in window cleaning.

"The class specification shall be descriptive of the class and shall not be considered as a restriction on the assignment of duties not specifically listed." (CSC Rule 7)

1. Assigns duties to and supervises window cleaners involved in cleaning interior and exterior glass windows and similar surfaces, high and low glass partitions, glass doors, glass skylights, and other glass surfaces of various heights and angles.

2. Directs the assembling of scaffolding, rigging, bosun's chair, ropes and pulleys and high safety lines, and various types of lifts and booms for cleaning of domes, ledges and windows; enforces safety procedures in window cleaning practices and the handling of equipment.

3. Conducts ongoing in-service training; interviews and instructs new window cleaners regarding window cleaning; evaluates performance of employees; applies modern methods to cleaning problems.

4. Investigates potential or actual hazards to the safety of employees and the general public; conducts safety meetings; prepares reports on field inspections; maintains regular records on window cleaning operations and activities; requisitions cleaning materials, supplies and equipment; maintains inventory and related reports and records.

5. Makes contact with the general public, representatives of tenants, agencies and other departments for the purpose of exchanging information regarding window cleaning procedures and regulations related thereto.

Requires comprehensive knowledge of: window cleaning methods and procedures; CAL-OSHA standards as required for window cleaning safety orders under Title 8, Industrial Relations and California Administrative Code; materials, chemicals and equipment used in cleaning all types of glass or similar surfaces at various heights, locations and angles.

Requires ability to assign, supervise and review the work of subordinates; handle complaints diplomatically and effectively with subordinates, supervisory staff and the general public; maintain records and prepare clear and accurate reports.

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.