Custodian

Anovaeon LLC; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Anovaeon LLC is seeking a dependable Custodian to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment at an ICE residential facility in Louisiana. The role involves routine cleaning, sanitation, and general upkeep in compliance with health and safety standards.

The position requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a federally contracted setting. Candidates should have at least one year of custodial experience, basic English communication, and the capacity to pass

Qualifications

• Must have basic custodial/housekeeping experience.
• Familiarity with cleaning practices and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete required documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sanitize assigned areas including offices and restrooms.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors; perform floor care as needed.
• Empty trash and dispose of waste per procedures.
• Restock supplies in restrooms and kitchens; launder and restock linens as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining and kitchen areas per sanitation rules.
• Follow infection control procedures and safely handle cleaning chemicals.

Skills

High school diploma

Custodial experience

Cleaning techniques

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About this position

Anovaeon, LLC serves as a dedicated strategic partner to government and other customers. We provide a range of professional services, including specialized facilities, customized logistics support, and direct care services.

We hire individuals who share our commitment to excellence and exceeding customer expectations. Anovaeon offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and training and development opportunities.

Position Overview

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment in a federally contracted ICE residentially facility. This position performs routine cleaning, housekeeping, sanitation, and general upkeep duties in compliance with applicable health, safety, and sanitation standards. The Custodian must demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and professionalism while working in diverse environments.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Cleaning & Sanitation

• Clean, disinfect, and sanitize assigned areas, including offices, restrooms, common areas, workspaces, and other facility locations.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors; perform floor care activities as required.
• Empty trash and waste receptacles and dispose of waste in accordance with established procedures.
• Clean and restock restrooms and replenish consumable supplies such as soap, paper products, and trash liners.
• Launder, change, and restock linens and other facility supplies as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, food service, and dining areas in accordance with sanitation requirements.
• Follow infection control procedures and properly handle cleaning chemicals and biohazardous materials.

Facility Upkeep & Safety

• Conduct routine inspections of assigned areas and report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, damage, or unsanitary conditions.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies in good working order and report equipment issues or supply shortages.
• Assist with room setup, breakdown, and other facility support activities as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with facility safety, security, and housekeeping standards.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete required cleaning logs, inspection reports, inventory records, and maintenance requests.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, local, and organizational health and safety regulations.
• Adhere to established policies regarding confidentiality, security, and employee conduct.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and briefings as required.

Required Qualifications & Core Competencies

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one (1) year of custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or related experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, sanitation practices, and safe chemical handling procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete required documentation.
• Strong organizational skills, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required background checks, clearances, and credentials.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, is required.

Desired Skills

• Bilingual
• Experience in healthcare, residential, institutional, government, or other regulated environments.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards, infection control practices, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Experience operating floor care equipment and handling regulated waste materials.

Conditions of Employment

Employees must be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the following screening:
Federal background investigation (up to and including a Tier 4 DHS clearance)
Criminal history check
Verification of employment and education history
Compliance with all government credentialing requirements
Drug Screening
Employees must adhere to all federal security, confidentiality, and operational protocols while working within government facilities.
Must be able to speak, read, and write in English
Anovaeon operates 24 hours/365 days and requires the flexibility to work additional hours, nights, weekends, and holidays
Must show proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
Internal background check to the satisfaction of contract requirements. If applicable, Child Abuse/ Neglect Report (CAN) or child protective services check with no adverse findings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods during facility operations (up to 8-12 hours per shift)
• Ability to lift, carry, and move supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions
• Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and tools.
• Ability to work in environments involving cleaning chemicals, waste materials, and varying conditions
• Capability to work in varied environmental conditions (indoor/outdoor, temperature variations)
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations throughout the facility

Work Environment

• Fully onsite position within an ICE processing residential facility in Louisiana
• Work schedules include 24/7 coverage, and may include shifts overnight, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Fast-paced operational environment requiring attention to detail and professionalism

Other Duties & Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities