Child and Youth Program Custodian

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Annapolis, MD

About The Position

Provides semiskilled labor and cleaning services for Child and Youth Program facilities, including Child Development Centers, School Age Care programs, Youth Programs, Child Development Home offices, and lending libraries. Custodial and housekeeping work must follow established specifications and avoid disrupting children’s and youth’s routines. Some cleaning takes place when programs are closed and children and youth are not present. The role also includes maintaining and using cleaning equipment and supplies, supporting facility setups, and complying with applicable safety, security, fire, and sanitation requirements.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must satisfactorily complete required child-care background checks, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, a State Criminal History Repository check, and the Installation Records Check.
Must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification; discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunizations against communicable diseases.
Must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed.
Must be able to complete required training and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used by DoD Child and Youth Programs.
Knowledge of a variety of chemical and cleaning agents.
Skill in using household and industrial equipment and attachments, and in operating, cleaning, and adjusting powered cleaning equipment.
Physical ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, and lift; the position description specifies lifting up to 50 pounds and also lists the ability to move objects over 50 pounds among the qualifications.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
High school diploma or equivalent; applicants must provide a high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts showing a degree awarded or conferred.
Must remain drug-free throughout Federal employment; a positive test result for marijuana or another tested drug may result in withdrawal of a tentative offer and a six-month period of ineligibility to apply for a DoD position.

Responsibilities

Perform custodial and housekeeping services according to established specifications while avoiding disruption to child and youth routines.
Sweep, mop, strip, scrub, wax, and polish floors; clean carpets; and clean furniture, fixtures, doors, windows, glass, classrooms, activity spaces, and other surfaces.
Use stepladders and extension ladders to change light bulbs, replace blinds, and wash walls.
Empty and wash trashcans, inspect grounds and remove trash and debris, and sweep sidewalks and parking lots.
Maintain clean, orderly, and sanitary restrooms; clean, disinfect, and deodorize lavatories; and replenish deodorizers, toilet tissue, hand towels, and soap.
Report safety hazards, water leaks, clogged drains, and other repair needs to the supervisor.
Operate, clean, oil, and make adjustments to powered cleaning equipment, including changing brushes and accessories.
Maintain cleaning supplies and advise the supervisor when supplies are needed or equipment needs repair or replacement.
Use only custodial equipment, supplies, and materials approved by the health consultant or safety officer.
Keep hallways, stairways, entrances, and doorways unobstructed during cleaning and maintenance work; store custodial supplies and equipment properly in locked cabinets or closets away from child and youth activity rooms.
Load and unload merchandise, equipment, and supplies; assemble equipment; and, when required, deliver items to other locations (less than 10% of the time).
Move, set up, or rearrange furniture and set up or break down for special events when required.
Comply with security, fire, and sanitation rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Serve as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services in suspected cases of child abuse or neglect, as prescribed by local policy.
Complete and maintain required training certificates, certifications, or credentials.