Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
Cleaning Services 60 %
- 04 August 2026
- 60%
- Permanent position
- Villigen PSI
Job summary
Join the Paul Scherrer Institute, Switzerland's largest research center. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with great development opportunities.
Tasks
- Maintain cleanliness in dining facilities and general infrastructures.
- Clean controlled environments, labs, and health facilities with proper gear.
- Ensure hygiene standards and manage waste disposal effectively.
Skills
- Experience in cleaning and operating cleaning machines is beneficial.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
- Good PC skills, especially in Office 365, are required.
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About the job
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. At PSI, we conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, as well as the fundamentals of nature. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for central questions from society, science, and the economy. The education of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or apprentices. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff.
For our Cleaning West group, we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Cleaning of catering facilities and general infrastructures
- Cleaning in cleanrooms, laboratories as well as control and monitoring areas with protective clothing
- Cleaning and disinfection of health infrastructures and equipment
- Cleaning in technical rooms and workshops
- Ensuring operational hygiene and proper disposal of waste according to the concept
- Operation and maintenance of cleaning machines, devices, washing machines, and tumble dryers
- Maintenance of the cleaning room, cleaning laundry, and cleaning agents
Your profile
- Professional experience in the cleaning industry as well as handling cleaning machines is an advantage
- Very good German skills in spoken and written form as well as English skills are advantageous
- Flexible and responsible
- Communicative, open, and team-oriented personality
- Good PC skills, Office 365
- Precise and independent working is natural to you and brings you joy
Your working hours are Monday to Friday either from 06:00 – 11:00 or from 11:00 – 16:00. Occasional assignments outside normal working hours, on weekends, public holidays, and during company holidays between Christmas and New Year are also possible. Please indicate in your application which working hours you are interested in.
We offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic induction, you benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced continuing education culture. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and facilities on site.
For professional enquiries, please contact Sandra Hunkeler, Tel. +41 56 310 58 72.
We look forward to receiving your online application by 01.09.2026 for the position of Cleaning Services 60 % (Index No. 9232-28169).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources, Luca Simen, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
