Straßenreiniger*innen

Position Overview

The Universitätsstadt Gießen is seeking to fill permanent full-time positions for street cleaners at the earliest possible date.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sweeping and cleaning tasks on public streets.
• Empty and clean public trash bins.
• Carry out winter service duties such as clearing snow and ice.
• Occasionally undertake additional operational activities including roles as waste collectors and maintenance of service vehicles.

Candidate Profile

• Full physical capability to perform the required duties.
• Possession of a valid Class B driver’s license; higher license categories are preferred.
• Manual dexterity and craftsmanship skills.
• Preferably several years of experience in street cleaning.
• Competent German language skills both spoken and written at least at B1 level.
• Awareness and commitment to cleanliness and environmental protection.
• Customer service orientation, dedication, reliability, responsibility, and a polite demeanor even under conflict situations.
• Ability to work well in teams and adapt to changing small group settings.
• Cultural sensitivity and competence in dealing with diverse teams.

Working Conditions

Applicants must be willing to occasionally work on Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and during evening hours. Winter service includes on-call duties which may require work beyond normal hours during special occasions. Shift work is currently not planned but may be introduced in the future.

Benefits and Perks

• Engaging and responsible role in a motivated team environment.
• Attractive training and further education opportunities.
• Wide-ranging and forward-looking responsibilities.
• Health promotion programs.
• Free entry to Gießen swimming pools in 2026.
• Numerous shopping facilities and close access to nature.
• Company pension scheme.
• Special payments according to TVöD collective agreement.
• Job ticket valid across the entire RMV public transport area.
• Leasing option for company bikes (Dienstrad).

Additional Information

In compliance with the Hessian Equal Opportunity Act, the city aims to increase the proportion of female employees, therefore applications from women are especially encouraged. Disabled candidates will be given preference if equally qualified. Applications from skilled workers with migration backgrounds are welcomed to support an open, citizen-focused administration. Part-time employment is also possible for these full-time positions. The Universitätsstadt Gießen promotes equality, anti-discrimination, and equal opportunity, seeking employees who contribute to these values.

Voluntary engagement is valued, and applicants are invited to mention volunteer activities in their application documents, which may be positively recognized if relevant to the duties. For any questions, contact Ms. Brigitte Schäfer at the Main and Personnel Office via phone at 0641 306-1037.

Please submit your detailed application (including CV and certificates) by July 26, 2026.