Lead Worker (Monday-Friday 6:30am-11:00am)

Chimes • Andrews Air Force Base, MD

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About The Position

The Lead Worker performs manual labor associated with maintaining public and work areas, including executive and command areas. The role performs custodial work while overseeing a team, assigning work, and checking the quantity and quality of completed work. The Lead Worker also transports team members, supplies, and equipment to assigned buildings; mentors and assists in training custodians; and coordinates with the supervisor to ensure assigned duties are completed in accordance with contract specifications and agency policies.

The position carries out a wide range of cleaning and facility-maintenance duties, including restroom and surface cleaning, floor care, vacuuming, dusting, trash and recycling removal, glass cleaning, and cleaning of common areas, fitness and health centers, child care centers, elevators, stairwells, and building exteriors. Additional responsibilities may include special-event setup and breakdown, emergency cleaning, restoration work, snow and ice removal, equipment and supply tracking, inventory assistance, recordkeeping, and acting as supervisor when the supervisor is absent. Duties may change with or without notice.

This is an essential position. During an institutional emergency, the employee may be required to remain at or report to the work location to protect, recover, and continue facility operations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at a set pay rate of $19.06.

Requirements

• Ability to lead and direct others and assess accuracy and quality of work.
• Ability to work with limited direct supervision, follow directions, and focus on tasks.
• Ability to report problems and communicate information.
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements, and remain alert with safety in mind.
• Ability to understand and perform statement-of-work requirements.
• Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly.
• Ability to notice and report changes in workspace conditions and notify the supervisor when supplies or equipment are needed.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner despite interruptions.
• Ability to attend work regularly according to the assigned schedule and company policies.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required.
• Ability to participate in training and work-related meetings and interact with others in a positive, respectful, and courteous manner.
• Ability to comply with building, security, and company policies and procedures.
• Valid driver’s license from the state of residence and ability to drive, if applicable to the site; the license must have been valid for at least three years.
• If driving a 15-passenger van, must be at least 25 years old.
• Acceptable driving record as determined by the agency’s insurance carrier and Chimes DC policies and procedures.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods and go up and down stairs.
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, and stoop.
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid CPR/first-aid certification preferred.
• Six months of custodial experience preferred.
• Custodial training desired.
• Van-driving experience preferred.
• Candidates with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning duties while leading the team’s day-to-day activities.
• Transport team members, supplies, and equipment to assigned buildings.
• Mentor newly hired custodians and assist with training staff in proper cleaning procedures and techniques.
• Monitor and report the quality and quantity of custodial work; assign rework as needed to support compliance with contract specifications.
• Coordinate with the supervisor to complete assigned duties and promptly respond to calls or messages.
• Report facility issues, supply needs, and equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, public areas, kitchens, break rooms, fitness centers, health centers, and child care centers.
• Descale showers, toilet bowls, and urinals; scrub tile; wash walls; and replenish restroom paper products and soap.
• Clean glass, mirrors, furniture, metal, glass tabletops, walls, blinds, sills, corners, crevices, moldings, ledges, door jambs, and metal strips as required.
• Vacuum carpets and rugs; sweep and mop floors, hallways, and lobbies; and perform floor care and carpet cleaning as required by contract.
• Remove trash and recycling and place them in proper receptacles; clean public ashtrays and urns; and spot-clean service restrooms.
• Clean elevators, escalators, stairwells, building exteriors, garages, and janitor closets.
• Perform or assist with restoration work, emergency cleaning, and special-event furniture setup and breakdown.
• Move, arrange, and lift heavy items.
• For floor-crew assignments, maintain floor surfaces, use and measure chemicals correctly, strip, wax, burnish and buff floors, clean carpets, and maintain equipment.
• Assist with inventory; act as supervisor when the supervisor is absent; keep records and provide requested reports.
• Remove snow and ice from exterior areas and apply ice melt as required by contract.
• Track and maintain assigned equipment, vehicles, and supplies.
• Comply with agency policies, contract specifications, uniform and hygiene standards, and building, security, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Attend work according to the assigned schedule and company policies, and participate in training and work-related meetings.
• Perform other duties and tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Medical plan starting at $13.80 per month; the posting also states $6.90 per pay period for the Minimum Value Health Plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Employer-provided long-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• 10 paid holidays and generous PTO.
• Tickets at Work.
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs.
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED