Lead Worker-Janitorial

Didlake•Portsmouth, VA

About The Position

The Lead Janitor provides daily leadership, coordination, and oversight of custodial staff to ensure high-quality custodial services in compliance with Federal contract requirements. The role supports Didlake’s mission of creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities and includes supervising staff, coordinating work, maintaining quality and safety standards, and performing general cleaning duties as needed. The position works at a government contract worksite. Access to the worksite requires a valid Real ID, and the employee must be able to pass and maintain a security clearance background check. The employee may also transport teams, supplies, and equipment to worksites.

Requirements

Prior supervisory experience in a custodial or maintenance environment.
One year of recent, relevant experience in commercial custodial or maintenance services.
High school diploma or GED, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from the 12th grade.
Ability to lead, motivate, and support employees with disabilities.
Valid driver's license and insurability under Didlake's automobile policy; requirements include at least three years of licensed driving and being at least 25 years old.
Ability to pass and maintain a security clearance background check.
Working knowledge of custodial equipment and chemicals, including scrubbers, blowers, vacuums, and EZ-Go equipment.
Ability to read simple instructions, distinguish between words and numbers, and communicate verbally and in writing using simple sentences.
Ability to remind and retrain staff on standard operating procedures and safe equipment use.
Ability to exercise good judgment in daily responsibilities.
Knowledge of general cleaning products and equipment.
High initiative, adaptability, reliability, flexibility, and a positive team-oriented attitude.
Access to the worksite requires a valid Real ID.
Strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Provide direction, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of custodial staff assigned to the contract.
Plan, assign, and direct work in accordance with contract requirements, Didlake policies and procedures, and applicable laws.
Clean hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevator banks, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas.
Clean floors using brooms, mops, and powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
Polish metalwork such as fixtures and fittings.
Wash windows, door panels, and sills.
Empty wastebaskets and remove trash.
Replenish bathroom and floor supplies.
Assign tasks, issue supplies and equipment, and inspect completed work for quality and compliance with standards.
Train employees on assigned work, proper use of equipment and supplies, and safety procedures.
Address employee and customer concerns, resolving issues or referring them to a supervisor as needed.
Model dependability, a strong work ethic, business ethics, and professional appearance.
Foster a positive team environment and support quality performance.
Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately and on time.
Act as a good steward of employer and government resources.
Follow safety standards and guidelines when using equipment and performing job-related activities.
Fill in for general cleaning staff as needed.
Transport teams, supplies, and equipment to worksites as needed.
Complete and maintain all required Didlake training.