Custodian - Thompson Facilities Services

Thompson Hospitality Corporation•Reston, VA

About The Position

This position is for West Virginia State University The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment within the facility. This role involves performing daily cleaning and sanitation tasks, ensuring all assigned areas meet established cleanliness and safety standards, and promptly addressing spills, waste removal, and routine maintenance needs. The Custodian plays an essential role in supporting the overall appearance, hygiene, and functionality of the facility, contributing to a positive experience for staff, students, and visitors.

Requirements

1-year Janitorial Experience
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks like lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization with a keen eye for detail.
Efficiently manage time to complete tasks within designated schedules.
Basic communication abilities to understand instructions and work effectively within a team or with supervisors.
Familiarity with various cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial work.
Understanding and implementing safety guidelines when handling cleaning agents and operating equipment to prevent accidents.
Punctuality and consistency in completing assigned tasks.
Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
Exposure to cleaning agents and dust.

Responsibilities

Collects and disposes of trash following approved procedures and infection control plans.
Dust and damp mops floors following approved procedures.
Moves equipment and furniture for proper cleaning and place furniture back in correct placement.
Cleans assigned areas with the use of assigned materials and equipment. Sanitize all surfaces. Follows the eight-step cleaning procedure.
Washes walls, windows, furniture, baseboards and other items to maintain a clean, safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.
Seeks out areas requiring cleaning; takes initiative to complete the task.
Completes all tasks assigned by supervisor.
Performs tasks in accordance with all federal, state and county guidelines.
Strips, scrubs, buffs and refinish floors; shampoos carpet.
Contributes to the team; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others.
Performs other duties as assigned