Part-Time Custodian - Meat Processing Area

CW Resources•Frederick, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Custodian works in the meat processing area at Fort Detrick as part of an overnight team, helping keep the store clean, safe, and sanitary. No prior experience is required; training is provided. The role is open to applicants who qualify for the AbilityOne Program, which helps adults with disabilities find employment and support services. The custodian cleans and sanitizes meat-room equipment and surfaces, including tables, cutting surfaces, grinders, and saws; takes apart and reassembles equipment for thorough cleaning; cleans floors, drains, walls, storage areas, restrooms, breakrooms, and employee areas; and removes trash, cardboard, food waste, and packaging according to store procedures. The role also includes cleaning spills, restocking supplies, reporting low inventory or equipment problems, and completing cleaning logs and other required documentation. Employees follow sanitation and food-safety procedures, use PPE, handle chemicals safely, and promptly report safety or sanitation concerns. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The work involves cold and refrigerated areas, wet or slippery surfaces, cleaning chemicals, strong odors, machinery noise, and potential contact with sharp equipment. Physical tasks include standing and walking for extended periods, lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling carts or equipment, and frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, and similar movements. Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

Requirements

No prior experience is required; training is provided.
Willingness to learn new tasks.
Ability to work well with teammates and a supervisor.
Friendly, can-do attitude; ability to stay focused and try your best.
Positive, respectful, and committed to being part of a high-performing team.
Valid Real ID.
Ability to obtain and maintain government base access.
Ability to perform the physical tasks described, including lifting and carrying equipment and waste materials up to 50 pounds; heavier items may be lifted with assistance.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize meat-room equipment, tables, grinders, saws, cutting surfaces, tools, trays, pans, containers, and utensils.
Safely disassemble and reassemble meat-processing equipment to ensure all parts are thoroughly cleaned.
Sweep, mop, and clean store floors, aisles, restrooms, back-room areas, and meat-room areas.
Clean and disinfect sinks, drains, walls, doors, cooler handles, counters, restrooms, breakrooms, and employee areas.
Remove trash, cardboard, food waste, and packaging materials according to store sanitation procedures.
Clean spills and remove debris to help maintain a safe shopping environment.
Restock cleaning supplies and notify supervisors about low inventory or equipment problems.
Follow store safety, sanitation, food-safety, PPE, and chemical-handling procedures.
Review the cleaning plan and safety steps with the supervisor at the start of the shift.
Complete end-of-shift cleaning logs and required documentation.
Stay alert to safety or sanitation issues and report concerns promptly.
Assist with light maintenance tasks such as replacing trash liners or cleaning entryways.