Lead Custodian

Skookum•Spokane, WA

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a MOTIVATED and HARDWORKING Lead Custodian with a positive/helpful attitude. This role involves leading by example, performing daily custodial duties, assigning and monitoring work, training and coaching employees, inspecting completed work, and promoting safety policies. The Lead Custodian will communicate professionally with customers and building occupants, clean and sanitize restrooms, maintain various areas of the facility, operate and maintain custodial equipment, manage janitorial closets, monitor cleaning supplies, report maintenance and safety concerns, secure assigned areas, and complete required documentation. The position also focuses on fostering a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment while supporting company values and delivering exceptional customer service. Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. They emphasize a mission-focused culture with core values of Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity, and a commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required
0 – 3 years of previous custodian or janitorial experience preferred
A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Nice To Haves

Combination of experience and education will be considered

Responsibilities

Lead by example while performing daily custodial duties alongside the custodial team.
Assign, coordinate, and monitor daily work assignments to ensure all contract requirements are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.
Train, coach, and support custodial employees on proper cleaning techniques, equipment operation, safety procedures, and contract expectations.
Inspect completed work to ensure cleanliness, quality, and compliance with contract standards, addressing deficiencies as needed.
Follow and promote all safety policies, procedures, and industrial safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
Communicate professionally and courteously with customers, federal employees, building occupants, visitors, and management.
Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish restroom supplies while following cross-contamination prevention procedures.
Sweep, vacuum, dust, wet mop, and maintain offices, courtrooms, hallways, stairwells, lobbies, entrances, elevators, and other assigned areas according to contract standards.
Clean interior glass, doors, partitions, furniture, fixtures, and other high-touch surfaces to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash and recyclable materials throughout the facility.
Operate and maintain custodial equipment and cleaning tools safely and effectively.
Maintain janitorial closets and storage areas in a clean, organized, and compliant condition, ensuring equipment is cleaned and properly stored after each use.
Monitor cleaning supplies and notify management when replenishment or replacement is needed.
Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, security issues, or facility damage to management promptly.
Ensure assigned areas are properly secured by locking doors and following all facility security procedures upon completion of assigned work.
Complete required documentation and communicate work status, concerns, or operational updates to management.
Foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment while supporting company values and delivering exceptional customer service.
All Other Duties as Assigned.