Custodian

Horizon Goodwill; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 20,275 - 28,877; Part time

Job summary

Horizon Goodwill seeks a part-time Custodian to perform on-site custodial work at Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD. Responsibilities include cleaning floors, restrooms, and common areas, with periodic tasks like floor stripping and carpet cleaning.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs with assistance and a professional, respectful demeanor. The position is essential personnel; candidates must pass background screenings and have reliable transportation to reach the job site and other sites as

Qualifications

• Background check or pre-employment screenings required.
• Essential personnel reporting to work during inclement weather.
• Reliable transportation to reach Fort Detrick and other sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site custodial duties per contract specifications.
• Clean indoor and outdoor areas: trash removal, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and restroom disinfection.
• Handle periodic tasks such as floor stripping/sealing, carpet cleaning, and window washing.
• Learn and follow custodial procedures and operate cleaning equipment, both light and heavy.
• Attend agency meetings and training sessions as required.
• Adhere to safety policies and project a professional image to staff and customers.
• Communicate effectively with disabled or disadvantaged individuals to support their needs.
• Lift up to 50 lbs with assistance for heavier items and use lifting belt as required.
• Stand for long periods and move up/down stairs as part of daily duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Physical stamina

Reliability

Background check clearance

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fort Detrick - Frederick, MD 21702

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $17.84 - $17.84 Hourly

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Job Summary

The Custodian will perform on-site custodial work as outlined in contract specifications.

Essential Functions

• Clean assigned indoor and outdoor work areas including, but not limited to: trash removal, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping/dust mopping, wet mopping, and disinfectant cleaning of restrooms.
• Assist with periodical work such as, but not limited to: stripping and sealing of floors, carpet cleaning, and window washing.
• Ability to learn and perform custodial procedures and techniques and to use light and heavy custodial equipment.
• Attend all required agency meetings and training sessions.
• Ability to understand and consistently follow all required safety procedures and policies.
• Ability to convey a positive and professional image to employees and customers.
• Ability to relate to and have an understanding of the needs of disabled and disadvantaged individuals.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) lbs. with assistance over 50 lbs., and always using lifting belt correctly.
• Capable of working on feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and move up and down stairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QualificationsMinimum Requirements

• Ability to pass pre-screenings such as background or drug screenings.
• Position is considered essential personnel and will be required to report to work in inclement weather.
• Must have reliable transportation, and ability to get to job site and to other sites as needed.

Potential Career Paths

• Custodian Supervisor