Custodian

American Embassy Kuala Lumpur; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Embassy Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Custodian to perform cleaning duties across Mission facilities, including offices, corridors and restrooms. The role reports to the Custodial Supervisor and requires attention to safety and cleanliness.

Minimum six months custodial experience and basic English/Bahasa Malaysia language skills are required. Open Period: Sep 18, 2026 to Oct 4, 2026. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Education: primary school completion required.
• Experience: minimum six months custodial/housekeeping experience.
• Language: English Level 1 (rudimentary) and Bahasa Malaysia Level 2.
• Ability to lift/move objects and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning duties for offices, corridors and restrooms.
• Maintains floors, surfaces and cleaning equipment in safe condition.
• Collects waste and ensures proper disposal.
• addresses customers' concerns regarding housekeeping services.

Skills

Manual tasks

Cleaning tools usage

Physical strength

Interpersonal skills

Education

Primary education

Job description

This standard job description is for a Custodian position who is responsible for performing a wide range of cleaning duties at Mission office facilities as well as other U.S. Government (USG) owned and leased properties as directed. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Custodial Supervisor.

I. Custodial Work and Housekeeping

• Performs cleaning duties as assigned including but not limited to cleaning floors and carpets of offices, corridors and other areas by mopping, vacuum cleaning and sweeping.

• Cleans restrooms, scrubs and waxes floors, disinfects, and deodorizes lavatories. Replaces soap, deodorizers, towels, and toilet tissues.

• Polishes and cleans mirrors and windows, dusts and polishes woodwork and other office furniture.

• Keeps pedestrian pathways, steps, walkways, work areas clear of clutter, refuse, and trash.

• Uses appropriate and approved cleaning products, chemical solutions, and cleaning equipment.

• Collects and bags all garbage and ensures proper disposal of waste materials.

• Moves or rearranges chairs, tables, desks, and other furniture for thorough cleaning operations.

• Uses all equipment and supplies (brooms, mops, buckets, vacuums, buffer machines, cleaning supplies, hand /moving carts etc.) as per safety guidelines.

II. Other Duties Assigned 10%

• Addresses customers' concerns regarding housekeeping services.

• Informs supervisor of any cleaning equipment that may need repair or replacement.

• Organize Custodial storage areas.

• Other tasks assigned by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS & EVALUATIONS:

Education: Completion of primary school is required.

Experience: Minimum of six months of custodial or housekeeping experience is required.

Language: Level 1 (Rudimentary) Speaking/ Reading/ Writing in English and Level 2 (Limited knowledge) Bahasa Malaysia (this may be tested).

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to physically perform basic manual tasks.

• Ability to use cleaning tools and equipment maintaining safety for self and others.

• Must be able to lift and move objects and ensure hand/eye coordination effectively.

• May be required to stand, bend and/or work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time.

• Good interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively with customers.

Open Period: September 18, 2026 to October 4, 2026

We are the Embassy of the United States of America in Malaysia; the nerve center for United States' diplomatic affairs, serving as the headquarters of the chief of mission, staff and other agencies. We are located at Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur nearby few other embassies of other countries.

The U.S. Mission in Malaysia provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

We are the Embassy of the United States of America in Malaysia; the nerve center for United States' diplomatic affairs, serving as the headquarters of the chief of mission, staff and other agencies. We are located at Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur nearby few other embassies of other countries.

The U.S. Mission in Malaysia provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.