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Primo Brands

Seasonal Driver Helper

Cortlandt Manor, NY · On-site

$20/hr

The Route Driver Helper's primary responsibility is to support a Route Delivery Driver by providing ... Provide professional water dispenser cleaning services to customers while adhering to a strict ...

The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf

Shift Supervisor

Amenia, NY · On-site

$22 - $24.50/hr

Whether we need help cleaning, organizing stock or need a new innovative way to do things. Help the store with tasks, ideas and add to the overall success * Be an advocate. As the face of CBTL you ...

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How much do helper cleaner jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for helper cleaner in Poughkeepsie, NY is $20.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.88 and $23.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a helper cleaner?

Helper Cleaners are entry-level workers who assist with basic cleaning and maintenance tasks in various settings such as offices, schools, hospitals, or commercial buildings. Their duties often include sweeping, mopping, dusting, emptying trash bins, and helping maintain overall cleanliness under the supervision of a senior cleaner or supervisor. This role does not usually require formal education, but attention to detail, reliability, and a willingness to perform repetitive tasks are important qualities. Helper Cleaners play a crucial role in ensuring safe and sanitary environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a helper cleaner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Helper Cleaner, you need attention to detail, basic cleaning knowledge, and physical stamina, usually requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning agents, safety protocols, and equipment like vacuums or floor polishers is important. Reliability, good time management, and the ability to work independently or in a team are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure a consistently clean and safe environment, meeting hygiene standards and client satisfaction.

What are some common challenges faced by helper cleaners, and how can they be managed on the job?

Helper Cleaners often encounter challenges such as managing time efficiently to cover all assigned areas, handling physically demanding tasks, and adapting to varying cleanliness standards. To overcome these, it's helpful to prioritize tasks, maintain good organization, and communicate clearly with team members and supervisors. Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and using ergonomic techniques can also prevent injuries and make the work more manageable.

What is the difference between Helper Cleaner vs Janitor?

AspectHelper CleanerJanitor
CredentialsNone typically requiredNone typically required
Work EnvironmentResidential, commercial, or industrial cleaning sitesCommercial buildings, schools, hospitals, and public facilities
Employer & Industry UsageCleaning service companies, facilities managementProperty management, maintenance departments
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Helper Cleaners assist with basic cleaning tasks under supervision, often in residential or commercial settings. Janitors typically have broader responsibilities, including maintenance and minor repairs, working mainly in larger facilities. While both roles focus on cleaning, Janitors usually require more experience and sometimes additional skills, making Helper Cleaners ideal for entry-level positions or part-time work.

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Driller Helper/Construction Laborer

Brightcore Energy

Rock Tavern, NY

$35.50 - $37/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Brightcore Energy provides end-to-end energy efficiency and clean energy measures to commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. We have the intellectual and financial capital to develop, implement, fund, operate, and maintain clean energy solutions. Our diverse solutions range from lighting, controls, geothermal heating and cooling, and other energy efficiency measures to renewable energy solutions such as solar and battery storage. We are about Building Energy Performance.

Summary/Primary Role:

This role provides a unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art drilling technologies, while gaining hands-on training directly from a Geothermal Driller. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling drill pipe and casing, operating auxiliary equipment and following all safety and quality regulations and instructions. They will be working outdoors in all weather elements.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

(Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time)

  • Assisting with demobilization of equipment.
  • Mixing drilling mud and grout.
  • Handling drill pipe and casing.
  • Operating auxiliary equipment between projects.
  • Assist with loading and unloading of equipment and material.
  • Driving company vehicles to and from job sites.
  • Assist with drilling procedures on the drilling platform.
  • Follow all safety and quality regulations and instructions.
  • Keep equipment and drilling platform clean and orderly.
  • Perform maintenance tasks at specified intervals.
  • Perform inventory (stock intake) as required.
  • Hauling, lifting (60-80 lbs.), moving, loading, and digging materials and equipment.
  • Requires standing and bending for extended periods of time.
  • Comfortability working outdoors in all elements.
  • All other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to operate heavy machinery.
  • Ability to safely lift weights of 50+ pounds overhead.
  • Must have an SST Card and Flagger certification prior to start date.
  • Must have an active Driver's License with the ability to obtain CDL.
  • Ability to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to the use of a respirator, is required in order to perform the essential job duties of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided as required by law.
  • Must be able to obtain coverage under company automobile insurance policy (clean driving record, certain age restrictions may apply).
  • Eager to build a career in drilling and renewable energy.
  • Willingness to get your hands dirty and engage in constant physical labor.
  • Rigging experience, Mechanical skills, Welding skills are preferred but not required.

Supervisory Responsibility: 

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Expected Hours of Work & Salary:

An Employee must work a minimum of thirty (30) hours each week to maintain full-time status for benefits purposes, however the expectations of the position will require an average of forty (40) hours with overtime required as scheduled. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity). Brightcore also offers a comprehensive set of benefits to compliment the base salary. The hourly hiring range for this position is $35.50-$37.00.

Travel Requirements:  

  • Travel required 100% in the greater Northeast Region of the United States - CT, MA, NY, ME, VT, NH, NJ
  • Must be willing to be away from home Monday through Friday & scheduled Saturdays.
  • Lodging & travel reimbursement will be provided for overnight stays.

Work Environment:

  • Work site setting.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

  • This is a safety sensitive position.

Note:

This position may be referred to by a different title (Tool Pusher, Driller Helper or Construction Laborer) though the responsibilities align with the role described above.

Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace:

Brightcore Energy is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Brightcore Energy positions require a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verifications, a criminal history check, and a pre-employment drug screen.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Brightcore Energy is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Brightcore Energy to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

Office/Remote/Field Work:

We offer a variety of structured work arrangements, including remote, hybrid, and field-based assignments, aligned with organizational needs and role-specific requirements. Work arrangements are role-dependent, with guidelines established based on position requirements and business needs. This policy is subject to change at Brightcore's discretion.

Brightcore Health Benefits Overview:

Brightcore offers a full slate of medical, dental, and vision benefits including options to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA).

401k Plan:

Brightcore currently offers both traditional and Roth 401k plans with a dollar-for-dollar match of up to 3% of contributions and $0.50 on the next 2% for a total potential match of 4% annually.

Other Benefits & Perks:

  • PTO
  • Financial Wellness Benefits
  • Benefit Concierge Program through Health Advocate
  • EAP - Employee Assistance Program
  • Disability, Life, & AD&D Benefits
  • Access to Marketplace for Discounted Goods & Services

Brightcore Energy is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. 

Brightcore Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital, family or partnership status, political affiliation or activities, military service, domestic violence victim status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, caregiver status, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. Brightcore Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all aspects of employment, including job assignment and compensation.

We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.

This job description provides a general overview of the expectations and basic duties of the job and is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Brightcore Energy will assign additional duties and tasks that it deems necessary to meet the requirements of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.