Job Details

Window Cleaners (7392) - Citywide

This announcement has been amended and extended to include waiver language. Applicants who already applied under recruitment TPV-7392-A00028 during the filing period of January 12, 2026, through January 16, 2026, need not to reapply and will be included in the applicant pool.

1/16/26: Extended application deadline to January 26, 2026

This is a citywide exam

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

Learn more about the City's hiring process here

Application opening: January 12, 2026

Application deadline: This job announcement may close at any time but not before January 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PT; extended to January 26, 2026; interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Salary range: $92,534.00 - $112,450.00

Recruitment ID: CBT-7392-A00028; REF59739P

Job Description

Under supervision, cleans and washes interior and exterior windows, other glass surfaces and elevated surfaces in public buildings; and performs related duties as required. Requires responsibility for following prescribed methods and procedures in observing all safety precautions and regulations while working at dangerous heights. Nature of the work involves: intermittent exposure to working conditions where serious injury or loss of life may be encountered despite safety measures; considerable physical effort in the use of scaffolding and other related equipment. The essential functions of this classification include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Washes exterior and interior glass windows, high and low glass partitions, glass doors, book cases, table tops, skylights, enclosed elevators and other glass surfaces involving the use of scaffolding, pressure washing and related equipment.
2. Washes and cleans fluorescent light fixtures, incandescent droplights, crystal lights, and ornamental stand lamps.
3. Repairs broken cords, adjusts and dusts venetian blinds.
4. Washes and cleans outside columns of buildings and applies pigeon repellent; splices falls and safety ropes.
5. Performs other miscellaneous duties in the preparation of facilities for special events, such as hanging heavy cloth drapes and arranging flags and chairs.

Qualifications

1. Experience:

a. Two (2) years of verifiable service as a professional Window Cleaner including experience with bosun's chairs, scaffolding and lifts in cleaning interior and exterior windows at heights of 18 feet or above. Must be able to work sixty (60) and above feet on aerial lifts, suspended platforms and scaffold;

OR

b. Six (6) years of verifiable service as a custodian with training experience and knowledge in the tools and procedures for the cleaning of interior and exterior windows at heights of 18 feet or above. Must be able to work sixty (60) and above feet on aerial lifts, suspended platforms and scaffold. Custodial experience must include the following: (a) Current certificate by certified trainer indicating successful completion of an aerial lift operator safety training course and indicating trainee has met the minimum requirements as outlined in ANSI A92.6 specifications; (b) competent person training certification for fall protection and (c) certification of training on exterior swing stage scaffolds;

AND

2. License and Certification: Possession and maintenance of a valid California Drivers' License (to be presented at time of appointment). Candidates must be insurable under the City's automobile liability insurance policy. Insurability must be maintained throughout employment.

Note: Successful candidates must possess the competent person training certification for fall protection at the time of appointment.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Please review our articles on Employment Application and Minimum Qualifications and Verification of Experience and/or Education for considerations taken when reviewing applications.

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at .

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Selection procedures: After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

Oral/Performance Exam (Weight: 100%)

The applicants who clearly demonstrated their possession of the required minimum qualifications will be tested to determine their relative knowledge, skill, and ability levels in job-related areas which may include, but are not limited to: Knowledge of window and glass cleaning methods, tools and materials; safety precautions, methods, operating procedures (OPOS), practices and OSHA window cleaning related regulations and equipment necessary to work at dangerous heights; follow oral and written instructions and operating procedures at dangerous heights.

Note: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all steps in the selection process.

A passing score on the Oral/Performance Examination must be achieved to be ranked on the Eligible List.

Candidates will be placed on the eligible list in rank order according to their final score.

Candidate scores on this examination may also be applied to other announcements involving other job titles when directed by the Human Resources Director. The department may administer additional position-specific selection procedures to make final hiring decisions.

Note: Only those applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be notified of the exact date, time and place to report for the examinations. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all of the steps in the selection process.