Job Description

Commercial Window Cleaner

Company:

Palmer & Co.

Starting Location:

Glasgow (although work carried out across Scotland)

Job Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Salary:

From 12.50 to 15.00 (based on level of experience, self-sufficiency, proactivity, and individual capabilities, such as operating equipment.)

Working Hours:

Minimum 40 hours/week with overtime opportunities

Start Times:

Typically between

3:00am and 9:00am

Availability:

Flexible working patterns - must be available for weekend work, night shifts, early starts, and travel as required

Holidays:

31 days inclusive of bank holidays

About Palmer & Co.

Palmer & Co. is a long-established, family-run business delivering high-level access services -- including commercial window cleaning and specialist maintenance -- since 1932. With a strong focus on innovation, safety, and quality, we take on challenging projects across both public and private sectors throughout Scotland.

We invest in the latest technology and believe in doing things right, together, and with resilience.

What We Value:

We work it out

- Always finding a way, no matter the challenge.

We get it done

- Committed to delivering results under pressure.

We do it right

- Excellence and safety in every job.

We do it together

- Teamwork and trust are essential.

Shared Responsibilities:

Regardless of the role, we expect everyone in Palmer & Co. to contribute to the following shared responsibilities:

Represent Palmer & Co. with professionalism:

Uphold our reputation by delivering high standards in your work and interactions.

Take ownership of safety and quality:

Ensure every job is completed safely, correctly, and to the highest standard.

Look after company equipment and resources:

Treat tools, vehicles, and materials with care to maintain efficiency and reliability.

Live our values in everything you do:

Work with determination, integrity, and teamwork to contribute to our success.

Step up and solve problems:

Approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, taking responsibility to find solutions.

The Ideal Candidate:

You'll thrive in this role if you're:

Experienced:

2+ years of window cleaning (preferably high-level/commercial).

IPAF 3a & 3b (preferred but not essential)

- training provided.

CSCS card (beneficial but not essential).

Comfortable at heights:

You may be working up to 180ft via Truck Mounts.

Flexible:

Able to adapt to

flexible working patterns

, including early mornings (3am-6am starts), weekends, night shifts, overtime, and occasional travel away from home.

Personable:

Outgoing, enthusiastic, and an excellent communicator.

Responsible:

Strong time management and initiative.

Safety-focused:

Able to read and understand RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements), with excellent awareness of health & safety.

Full UK Driving Licence - Essential:

You must be able to drive to various job sites across Scotland.

What You'll Bring:

Work at Height Competency:

Ability to safely operate from ladders, towers/scaffolding, MEWPs, roofs, anchor systems or BMU/cradle systems.

Equipment Handling:

Skilled in using tools such as water-fed poles, squeegees, pressure washers, and harnesses.

Health & Safety Knowledge:

Strong understanding of Work at Height Regulations, PPE requirements, and risk assessments.

Time Management:

Efficiently plan and execute jobs to meet deadlines and client expectations without compromising quality or safety.

Problem-Solving:

Adapt to different surfaces, weather conditions, and access challenges.

Attention to Detail:

Deliver streak-free, thorough cleaning results on all surfaces.

Customer Service Skills:

Professional and approachable communication with colleagues and clients to ensure satisfaction.

Basic Record-Keeping:

Ability to log completed work, report safety issues, and document job details clearly.

What We'll Offer:

A full-time, permanent role

in a respected company with over 90 years of excellence.

Competitive pay

- up to 17 per hour, based on capability, initiative, and equipment proficiency.

Opportunities to work overtime

- regular nightshift and weekend work paid at time and a half.

Career growth

- gain hands-on experience with multi-method access techniques and equipment in a supportive team.

A voice that matters

- we have an open culture where new ideas are welcomed, and you can make a real impact.

Time to recharge

- enjoy 31 days of paid holiday including bank holidays.

Pension contributions

- we help you plan for the future by contributing to your pension.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.50-15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Application question(s):

Are you able to work away from home? Are you able to work nightshift and weekends?
Experience:

Window Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person