JANITOR (DA) 7am - 4pm

Melwood•Washington, DC
•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Custodial Foreman, the Janitor performs cleaning tasks necessary to meet custodial contract specifications. The position is located at Potomac Annex Bldg 1-7, 2300 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20372. Core working hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is set aside for a person with a disability; proof of disability is required, although individuals without a disability may also apply. The hourly wage is $21.02. The employee must successfully complete a criminal history background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. The role requires the physical abilities described in the posting, including standing, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds, and climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and handling.

Requirements

  • Have three to six months of training or experience, or be capable of learning to perform the essential functions.
  • Pass the security clearance process for designated contracts and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
  • Successfully complete a criminal history information background check and drug screening.
  • Be able to stand 80% of the work time, walk 15%, and sit 5%.
  • Be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and push and pull 50 pounds.
  • Be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and handle.
  • Be able to communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
  • Be able to see, have depth perception, and distinguish colors for safety and to distinguish between chemicals.

Responsibilities

  • Sweep and mop hallways, stairs, and offices.
  • Empty wastebaskets and dispose of trash in the prescribed manner.
  • Dust horizontal surfaces.
  • Empty and wash ashtrays.
  • Clean bathrooms.
  • Wax and buff floors using prescribed buffers.
  • Clean glass and windows.
  • Wash walls and other vertical surfaces.
  • Sweep and clear snow from outside steps and sidewalks.
  • Polish kick panels, doorknobs, and other designated fixtures.
  • Strip and wax floors.
  • Vacuum rugs.
  • Mix cleaning solutions.
  • Maintain issued equipment.
  • Notify the supervisor when supplies or equipment are needed to perform tasks.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the Custodial Foreman.
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