Custodian (Monday- Friday 6:00am-2:30pm)

Chimes • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Custodian cleans and maintains assigned areas in accordance with contract specifications and agency policies. Duties include cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, public areas, kitchenettes, break rooms, fitness centers, health centers, child care centers, elevators, escalators, stairwells, building exteriors, garages, and janitor closets. The role also involves floor care, glass and mirror cleaning, dusting and polishing, trash and recycling removal, replenishing restroom supplies, maintaining equipment and supplies, and assisting with special restoration work and events.

The position requires regular attendance, punctuality, participation in meetings and training, and compliance with uniform, safety, environmental, building, security, and company procedures. It is designated as essential personnel, so the employee may need to remain at or report to the facility during an institutional emergency. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; the posting also says the employee must be able to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends, as required. The set pay rate is $20.53.

Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods and go up and down stairs.
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, and stoop.
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions and to see details on floors, overhead, and on surfaces.
• Ability to work with limited direct supervision, follow directions, focus on tasks, and complete work promptly despite interruptions.
• Ability to report problems and changes in workspace conditions and notify a supervisor when equipment or supplies are needed.
• Ability to work safely and comply with safety procedures, environmental requirements, and building, security, and company policies.
• Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly and operate machinery without creating a safety hazard.
• Ability to attend work regularly according to the assigned schedule and company policies.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Ability to participate in training and work-related meetings and interact with others in a positive, respectful, and courteous manner.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of custodial work experience preferred.
• Custodial training desired.
• Candidates with disabilities preferred; AbilityOne Program eligibility requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Follow agency policies, procedures, contract specifications, uniform requirements, and personal hygiene standards.
• Clean assigned areas in accordance with contract specifications.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, public surfaces, kitchenettes, break rooms, fitness centers, health centers, and child care centers.
• Descale showers, toilet bowls, and urinals; replenish restroom paper products and soap.
• Clean glass, mirrors, tile, walls, blinds, sills, corners, crevices, moldings, ledges, door jambs, metal strips, and overhead surfaces.
• Vacuum rugs and carpets; sweep and mop floors; perform floor stripping, refinishing, waxing, burnishing, buffing, and carpet cleaning as required.
• Remove trash and recycling and place them in the proper receptacles; empty and clean public ashtrays and urns; spot clean and police trash.
• Dust surfaces and polish furniture and metal; clean glass tabletops.
• Clean elevators, escalators, stairwells, building exteriors, garages, janitor closets, porches, and entrance steps.
• Keep tools and supplies clean and orderly; clean and maintain equipment.
• Perform or assist with special restoration work and emergency cleaning.
• Move, arrange, and lift heavy items; assist with event furniture setup and takedown.
• Assist with inventory and perform other duties and tasks as needed.
• Attend work regularly and on time, and attend required meetings and in-service training.
• Meet building and security requirements and procedures; during institutional emergencies, remain at or report to the facility as required.

Benefits

• Medical plan starting at $13.80 per month; the $6.90 amount is per pay for the Minimum Value Health Plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Employer-provided long-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• 10 paid holidays and generous PTO.
• Tickets at Work.
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs.
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED