Janitor 8:00am - 5:00pm

Melwood; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated custodial staff to maintain cleanliness and safety in a federal training center. This role involves a variety of cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and maintaining equipment, ensuring a hygienic environment for all. Ideal candidates will possess strong physical endurance and communication skills, as they will work closely with supervisors and co-workers. If you have a passion for cleanliness and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a vital service in a respected organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of experience in custodial work.
• Ability to learn and perform essential cleaning functions.

Responsibilities

• Sweep and mop hallways, stairs, and offices.
• Clean bathrooms and maintain issued equipment.
• Notify supervisor for supply needs.

Skills

Cleaning Skills

Communication Skills

Physical Endurance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Safety Equipment

Job description

Introduction

• You must have reliable transportation as this location is not accessible via public transportation such as Metro Access, Metro Bus, or Rail.
• This position is located in Cheltenham, MD at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC).
• The core working hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
• The pay rate is $17.74 per hour.
• This position requires a criminal background check, drug screening, and the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Sweep and mop hallways, stairs, and offices.
• Empty wastebaskets and dispose of trash properly.
• Dust horizontal surfaces.
• Empty and wash ashtrays.
• Clean bathrooms.
• Wax and buff floors with prescribed buffers.
• Clean glass and windows.
• Wash walls and other vertical surfaces.
• Sweep and clear snow from outside steps and sidewalks.
• Polish kick panels, doorknobs, and other fixtures.
• Strip and wax floors.
• Vacuum rugs.
• Mix cleaning solutions.
• Maintain issued equipment.
• Notify supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Custodial Foreman.

Physical Qualifications

• Must be able to stand 80% of the work time, walk 15%, and sit 5%.
• Capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and handle.
• These skills are necessary for using ladders and stairs, and cleaning various areas.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Must have good vision, depth perception, and the ability to distinguish colors for safety and chemical identification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of experience.
• Ability to learn and perform essential functions.
• Must pass security clearance for designated contracts.

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