Janitor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Fluent in English, with the ability to read, write, speak, and understand instructions and safety information.
• Able to pass a federal background investigation and obtain VA facility identification and access credentials.
• In good physical health and able to work in patient care areas without risk to patients.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods, including moving light furniture and equipment.
• Willing and able to complete required initial and annual training, including OSHA safety topics, infection control, HIPAA/Privacy Act, hazardous communication, bloodborne pathogens and Red Bag and Sharps handling, body mechanics, and emergency preparedness.
• Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement and comply with Privacy Act and VA information security requirements, including VA Rules of Behavior and VA Cyber Security Awareness training.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work an assigned shift, including occasional holidays as required by the task order.
• Comfortable working around cleaning chemicals and disinfectants.
• Wear a standard, clean, neat custodial uniform and visible contractor identification badge at all times.
• Maintain professional conduct and personal hygiene consistent with a healthcare environment; do not use food, drinks, or tobacco except during designated breaks.

Nice To Haves

• Prior janitorial, custodial, or environmental services (EVS) experience, ideally in a healthcare or medical facility setting.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Empty and reline waste, recycling, and regulated medical waste containers, and transport waste to designated collection areas.
• Dust mop, wet mop, buff, and periodically strip, scrub, seal, and wax hard floors.
• Vacuum carpets, entrance mats, and runners daily, and shampoo or extract carpets on a scheduled basis.
• Clean and disinfect patient restrooms, public restrooms, and shower rooms multiple times per day using germicidal or EPA-approved disinfectants; descale fixtures monthly.
• Clean and sanitize exam rooms, exam tables, patient wards, and unoccupied patient rooms between uses.
• Dust and spot-clean horizontal and vertical surfaces, furniture, walls, doors, light switches, and fixtures up to 7 feet.
• Clean interior windows, glass partitions, mirrors, and door glass, removing smudges, film, and streaks.
• Clean and stock employee break rooms and kitchen areas, including counters, sinks, and appliances.
• Check and refill paper towel, toilet paper, and soap dispensers in assigned areas.
• Maintain clean, organized housekeeping closets and secure cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Handle and transport infectious or bio-hazardous Red Bag waste and sharps containers to designated collection points when required, following facility protocol.
• Follow aseptic cleaning procedures and infection-control protocols in clinical and patient care areas.
• Promptly report equipment damage, safety hazards, maintenance issues, and lost articles to the on-site supervisor.
• Follow posted safety signage and place warning signs during and after wet-floor cleaning.
• Perform additional assigned cleaning tasks, including emergency or terminal cleaning as needed.
• Coordinate work with the COR or designated facility staff to avoid disrupting patient care and normal facility operations.
• Safeguard Government-furnished equipment, keys, and access badges, and return or secure them at the end of each shift.

Benefits

• $5.42 per hour toward company-paid healthcare.