Roles and duties of the Maintenance Worker
Maintenance operatives are multi-skilled professionals whose job is to clean and maintain premises. The main objective is to maintain a clean and safe environment for all employees. The main tasks and responsibilities of a Maintenance Agent are as follows:
General cleaning of premises, machinery and equipment: sweeping, dusting, cleaning floors, washing walls and ceilings, and dealing with stains and droppings.
Maintenance and cleaning of toilets, bathrooms and kitchens.
Cleaning carpets and rugs.
Disinfecting meeting rooms and rest rooms.
Use and maintenance of cleaning and maintenance equipment.
Checking and maintaining safety equipment and cleaning tools.
Managing bins and waste, sorting and recycling.
Inspecting premises, detecting faults and taking charge of repairs.
Compliance with safety instructions and hygiene standards.
Checking stocks and ordering products and equipment required for maintenance and cleaning.
Observes and checks health and safety standards.
Determining the most appropriate cleaning methods and products.
In addition, the Cleaner is responsible for ensuring compliance with established rules and procedures and health and safety standards. They must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, and show flexibility and discretion.
Salary and career development of a Maintenance Agent
A cleaner's salary depends on experience and skills, and is generally assessed on a gross annual salary basis. In France, the gross annual salary of a Maintenance Worker can vary depending on the number of years' experience:
0 to 2 years: between €15,000 and €19,000 per year.
2 to 5 years: between €19,000 and €23,000 per year.
5 to 10 years: between €23,000 and €30,000 per year.
10 to 15 years: between €30,000 and €35,000 per year.
More than 15 years: between €35,000 and €45,000 per year.
A Maintenance Agent can progress to a number of different jobs. Here are five possible career paths for a Maintenance Agent:
Property manager ;
Maintenance and upkeep manager
Technical services manager ;
Team leader or electrical engineering technician;
Health and safety manager.