Custodian

CW Resources; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Vision (Voluntary)

Retirement Plan & Match

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Sick Time

Telemedicine

Job summary

CW Resources, Fort Detrick, MD, is hiring Custodians to keep facilities clean and running smoothly. Training is provided for those new to the role, so you can feel confident as you start.

Position offers a Monday–Friday day schedule (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) and pays $17.84 per hour. Join a friendly team and access a comprehensive benefits package and wellness resources.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new tasks.
• Ability to work well with teammates and supervisor.
• Friendly, can-do attitude.
• Ability to stay focused and to try your best.
• Valid Real ID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Responsibilities

• Check in with supervisor and teammates to review cleaning plan and daily tasks.
• Grab cleaning supplies and load equipment as needed.
• Clean floors, restrooms, surfaces, dust furniture/vents, wipe windows.
• Walk through area to ensure cleanliness and neatness before end of shift.
• Return tools and supplies to storage and prepare for tomorrow.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Friendly attitude

Focused work

Valid Real ID

Base access eligibility

Job description

We’re hiring Custodians to help keep things clean and running smoothly. Never done this kind of work before? That’s totally fine—we’ll train you and make sure you feel confident every step of the way.

• Location: Fort Detrick, MD 21702.
• Shift: Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Day Shift).
• Pay: $17.84/hour.

A Day in the Life of a Janitor/Custodian at CW Resources:

• Start your day by checking in with your supervisor and teammates to go over the cleaning plan and what needs to be done that day.
• Grab your cleaning supplies—like mops, brooms, vacuums, and disinfectants—and load up if you need to.
• When you get to your assigned area, you’ll get started by:
  • Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming the floors.
  • Taking out the trash and putting in fresh bags.
  • Cleaning restrooms, refilling supplies, and wiping down tables, chairs, doors, and more.
  • Dusting furniture, shelves, and vents.
  • Wiping windows, mirrors, and glass doors.
• Before finishing your shift, you’ll walk through the area one last time to make sure everything looks clean and neat.
• Finally, return your tools and supplies to the storage area and get ready for tomorrow.

What You’ll Need to be Successful:

• Willingness to learn new tasks.
• Ability to work well with your teammates and supervisor.
• A friendly, can-do attitude.
• Ability to stay focused and to try your best.
• Valid Real ID.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain government base access.

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• Be part of a team that cares—we notice your hard work and help you grow.
• Opportunities for advancement—grow your career with us!
• Access to an Employee Wellness Coordinator and robust wellness program that supports your health and work-life balance.

Explore Our Generous Benefits Package

• Employer Paid Benefits Offered:
  • Insurance - Medical & Dental.
  • Vision - (Voluntary Benefit).
  • Telemedicine.
  • Retirement Plan & Match Options.
  • Short Term Disability.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Paid Holidays & Vacation.
  • Sick Time.

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching throughout your shift to clean and maintain different areas.
• Repetitive motions such as mopping, sweeping, wiping, and scrubbing surfaces.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull cleaning equipment and supplies weighing up to 25-30 pounds regularly.
• Navigating stairs, ramps, or uneven flooring safely while carrying tools or supplies.
• Work is primarily indoors in commercial buildings with varying temperature and lighting conditions.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and solvents—training is provided to ensure safe handling, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is always required.
• Possible exposure to dust, dirt, allergens, and other typical indoor environmental factors.
• May encounter biohazardous materials or bodily fluids (especially in healthcare or public restrooms) with proper safety protocols and PPE in place.
• Working in confined or awkward spaces such as under sinks, behind furniture, or inside equipment areas may be required.
• Noise from vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and other cleaning machinery may be present; hearing protection provided when necessary.
• Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

CW's Core Values: Mission Driven, Teamwork Makes Us Stronger, & Everyone Brings Value!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Company Overview:

CW Resources, a part of CW Group, is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven, high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. We’re proud to offer a wide range of services, from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do, and we continue to work toward a brighter, more welcoming future for all.

Pay Transparency Disclaimer:

We are committed to pay transparency. Compensation for this role is determined in good faith and based on job‑related factors such as skills, experience, education, and internal equity, in accordance with applicable law. Employees and applicants may request additional compensation information as permitted by law.