Custodian

Amentum; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,969,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Custodian to support a US Navy program on Diego Garcia. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in assigned facilities, performing routine cleaning tasks, reporting maintenance issues, and adhering to safety procedures to keep buildings presentable for employees, visitors, and customers.

Responsibilities include trash collection, floor care, restroom service, furniture cleaning, carpet care, and general facility maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Must hold a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport valid for at least one year at time of hire.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to pass contract medical requirements for deployment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe workplace and prioritize safety in all tasks.
• Comply with Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements.
• Gather and empty trash and clean floors, restrooms, and fixtures.
• Clean windows, walls, and surfaces; polish furniture and fixtures.
• May operate light vehicles as part of custodial duties and assist other maintenance sections as needed.
• Notify supervisor of major repairs and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description:

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is seeking a Custodian to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in assigned facilities. This role performs routine cleaning tasks, reports maintenance issues, follows safety procedures, and helps ensure buildings are well-maintained and presentable for employees, visitors, and customers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.
• Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Vacuum, steam-clean, or shampoo carpets.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Notify Supervisor or Leads concerning the need for major repairs.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Clean and restore building interiors damaged by coffee stains, dust, fingerprint or water, using commercial cleaning equipment.
• May drive light vehicles required to perform custodial duties i.e. trucks, electric cars and gators.
• Follow procedures for the safe and effective use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies manually or with hand cart.
• Assist other maintenance sections with personnel and equipment for special projects or during emergency periods.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in performing cleaning duties in an office and/ or residential facility.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and able to travel internationally.
• Passport should be valid for at least one (1) year at the time of hire.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous work experience in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Excellent organizational, time management and customer service skills.
• Valid country driver's license
• Experience in operating commercial floor scrubbing and polishing machines to include carpet cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of principles and process involved in supporting custodial functions at an overseas facility.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety:

Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality:

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance:

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.

Working Environment:

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.

Physical Requirements:

Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.

Requirements: