Janitor

PRIDE Industries•Naval Academy, MD

29d•Onsite

About The Position

PRIDE Industries is hiring a Janitor for an onsite position under a federal AbilityOne contract. Due to program requirements, this particular position must be filled by a person with a disability. Under close supervision, the Janitor performs general custodial services at customer locations or other assigned areas, including conference rooms, offices, cafeterias, courthouses, classrooms, government facilities, and common areas. The role uses appropriate custodial materials and methods to keep facilities clean and free of safety hazards, and requires knowledge of custodial practices, equipment, supplies, and procedures. There are no direct reports.

Requirements

0 to 1 year of work experience; custodial services experience is preferred.
Ability to follow labels and instructions for safe and proper use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment.
Ability to follow structured processes and procedures and learn specialized departmental equipment, including custodial scrubbers and buffers.
Ability to communicate effectively, respond to customer questions and requests, and identify and report product and equipment needs.
Human relations skills to build effective working relationships.
Availability to work evenings and flexibility regarding schedule changes, work duration, and task assignments.
Ability to manage and accurately track materials and time, and adapt to changing work priorities.
Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, and common-sense skills.
Ability to maneuver around the worksite; stand and walk; bend, kneel, reach, and stoop; lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds; push or pull objects such as vacuums, carts, and mops; possibly push or pull equipment weighing up to 70 pounds; grasp small and large objects; and climb ladders or step stools. These demands may be performed with or without assistance.
Must be a person with a disability for this particular position due to federal AbilityOne contract requirements.

Responsibilities

Clean facilities, restrooms, common areas, and cafeterias using appropriate equipment, supplies, and safe procedures.
Remove trash and replace plastic trash bags.
Dust and polish equipment, furniture, and fixtures.
Clean tables and microwaves.
Vacuum carpets; sweep, mop, and deodorize floors.
Clean walls and window blinds, and arrange furniture.
Use appropriate chemicals for surfaces and refill dispensers.
Maintain quality of work and customer satisfaction; respond to customer requests according to established procedures or refer them to a supervisor.
Clean spills promptly.
Clean and maintain custodial equipment to ensure it operates properly and safely.
May wax and buff floors.
May operate equipment such as a cardboard bailer.
May monitor inventory and supply areas.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.