Janitor

Didlake, Inc.•Washington, DC

13h

About The Position

Didlake, Inc. is a nonprofit rehabilitation services organization whose mission is to create opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities. This Janitor position is part of the AbilityOne Program and requires a documented disability. The Janitor independently cleans and maintains restrooms, offices, break rooms, locker rooms, kitchenettes and pantries, showers, stairwells, corridors, elevators and escalators, and other work areas. The work includes sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming; dusting and polishing; washing surfaces; removing trash and recycling; and replenishing restroom supplies. The employee must follow safety standards and cleaning-equipment instructions, maintain work quality and conduct in accordance with Didlake policies, and complete required training. Candidates should have previous custodial or janitorial experience, familiarity with general cleaning products and equipment, and the ability to follow safety procedures. A high school diploma or GED, or at least six months of previous custodial or janitorial experience, is listed. Worksite requirements include a valid REAL ID, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to pass a background check and maintain a clearance.

Requirements

The position requires a documented disability as part of the AbilityOne Program.
High school diploma or GED, or a minimum of six months of previous custodial or janitorial experience.
Previous custodial or janitorial experience and knowledge of general cleaning products and equipment.
Ability to follow safety procedures and carry out simple but detailed instructions.
A valid REAL ID is required to enter the worksite.
U.S. citizenship is required for the worksite.
Ability to pass a background check and maintain a clearance.
Effective communication with coworkers, dependability, teamwork, and a positive team-player attitude.
Ability to interact effectively with employees with disabilities.
Ability to work safely in environments with narrow, moving, and/or slippery surfaces.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain restrooms, offices, break rooms, locker rooms, kitchenettes and pantries, showers, stairwells, corridors, elevators and escalators, and other work areas.
Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors, rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture.
Dust furniture, fixtures, and equipment; polish metalwork and fittings.
Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, door panels, and sills.
Empty wastebaskets, transport trash to disposal areas, and recycle materials appropriately.
Replenish restroom supplies as needed.
Follow safety standards and use cleaning equipment properly.
Maintain quality work and appropriate conduct in line with Didlake policies.
Complete and maintain all required Didlake training.