CUSTODIAL WORKER (DA) 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc. is seeking a custodial worker for an evening schedule at a Washington, DC federal courthouse. The role requires standing most of the time, lifting up to 50 pounds, and the ability to obtain a government security clearance.

A background check and drug screening are required. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, waste disposal, dusting, floor care, window cleaning, snow removal from exterior steps, and assisting with supplies.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand 80% of the time and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Criminal background check and drug screening required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Sweep and mop hallways, stairs, and offices
• Empty wastebaskets and dispose of the trash in the prescribed manner
• Dust horizontal surfaces
• Empty and wash ashtrays
• 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 designated fixtures
• Strip and wax floors
• Vacuum rugs
• Mix cleaning solutions
• Maintain issued equipment
• Notify the supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks
• All other duties assigned by Custodial Foreman

Skills

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Clear communication

Job description

• This position is set aside for a person with a disability.
  
  
  
  • Documented proof of disability is required prior to the interview
  
  
  
  


• This position is located in Washington, DC at the US Courthouse


• The core working hours are 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Monday through Friday


• The rate of pay is $22.28 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 the trash in the prescribed manner


• Dust horizontal surfaces


• Empty and wash ashtrays


• 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 designated fixtures


• Strip and wax floors


• Vacuum rugs


• Mix cleaning solutions


• Maintain issued equipment


• Notify the supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks


• All other duties assigned by Custodial Foreman

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• The incumbent must be able to stand 80% of the work time, walk 15%, and sit 5%


• He/She must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds in order to clean work areas and handle supplies and equipment


• Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and handle


• All of these requirements are necessary for using ladders and stairs, cleaning low areas, high areas, benches, and corners


• Must be able to communicate with supervisors and co-workers


• Must be able to see, have depth perception, and tell colors for safety reasons and to distinguish between chemicals

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have six months of experience


• Be capable of learning to perform the essential functions


• Must be able to pass security clearance for designated contracts

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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