Janitorial Lead

RW Solutions Inc•Fort Lee, VA

About The Position

CW Resources is seeking a working lead custodian to contribute to the daily upkeep, cleanliness, and safety of its facility while guiding and supporting a custodial team primarily made up of adults with disabilities. The role combines hands-on janitorial work with coaching: teaching cleaning techniques and safety, explaining assignments and standards, encouraging team members, helping them develop workplace skills and independence, and tracking progress and accommodations. The lead performs a broad range of custodial tasks, including cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, maintaining floors and shared spaces, removing waste, cleaning surfaces, replenishing supplies, and identifying maintenance issues or hazards. The position also includes safely operating cleaning equipment and products, securing the building at shift start and end, and working alongside the team throughout the day.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on janitorial experience in commercial, industrial, educational, or government facilities.
Strong knowledge of cleaning practices and safety procedures.
Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment, such as floor scrubbers, buffers, carpet extractors, and power washers.
Comfortable giving instructions and demonstrating cleaning tasks.
Ability to stay organized, follow daily routines, and track supplies or maintenance needs.
Valid driver’s license.
Valid Real ID.
Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, chemical handling, and proper PPE use.
Problem-solving skills, including identifying supply shortages or equipment failures and escalating them appropriately.
Attention to detail and ability to meet cleaning quality standards.
Time management and task-prioritization skills, especially when coordinating multiple cleaning assignments.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks without constant supervision.
Good communication skills and a helpful, team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

Teach custodial staff proper cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and equipment use.
Encourage team members, build their confidence, and support their workplace skill development.
Explain tasks, timelines, and performance standards clearly.
Observe work, provide constructive feedback, and adjust coaching as needed.
Help team members address task, communication, or workplace-adjustment challenges.
Encourage team members to take ownership of their responsibilities while providing support.
Track team members’ performance, progress, and accommodations required for success.
Clean and disinfect restrooms, including sinks, toilets, mirrors, and floors.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors in offices, halls, classrooms, and shared spaces.
Empty trash and recycling bins and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
Clean windows, doors, walls, glass, desks, shelves, and other surfaces.
Restock restroom and breakroom supplies.
Maintain entrances, stairs, and elevators so they remain clean, safe, and accessible.
Identify and report maintenance issues and hazards.
Lock and unlock doors at the beginning and end of shifts.
Operate cleaning equipment safely and handle cleaning products responsibly.
Assign daily tasks, distribute equipment, demonstrate new tasks, and remind the team about safety.
Work alongside the team, monitor progress and busy areas, and help resolve problems during the shift.
Support end-of-day cleaning and waste removal, put away supplies, and clean shared tools and equipment.
Discuss what went well and what team members can practice next time.