Custodian

Amentum; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Custodians to maintain cleanliness in a dynamic office environment. This role involves a variety of tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and disinfecting, ensuring all communal and workspaces are spotless. Ideal candidates will have a keen eye for detail and the ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely. Join a team that values safety and quality, where your contributions will play a vital role in creating a welcoming atmosphere. If you are a proactive individual ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI US Government security clearance.
• Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures and hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleanliness of communal spaces, restrooms, and workspaces.
• Perform duties including sweeping, mopping, and disinfecting surfaces.

Skills

Standard cleaning procedures

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Ability to read and understand instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric floor buffers

Commercial vacuums

Wet mops

Large wringers

Job description

Amentum is seeking Custodians to join our team in McLean, VA! As a Custodian, you will be responsible for the cleanliness of communal spaces, restrooms, workspaces, and outside areas as assigned and performs a variety of duties that involve sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting and polishing of surfaces and floors; removing trash; re-stocking supplies; and cleaning restrooms. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI US Government security. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Mop tile and concrete floor areas and vacuum carpeted areas. Sweep, dust, scrub, wax, buff, and strip floors as necessary. Use cleaning equipment, including electric floor buffers, commercial vacuums, wet mops, large wringers and other necessary equipment, tools, and supplies.

Clean and disinfect restrooms, including but not limited to urinals, toilets, toilet seats, sinks, mirrors, fixtures, hand dryers, floors, walls, showers and locker rooms. Refill hand soap and paper towel dispensers and re-stock toilet paper as needed.

Clean and disinfect breakroom and kitchen tables, sinks, counters, refrigerator and drinking fountains.

Empty waste baskets and interior and perimeter garbage cans and place garbage in outside storage bins.

Dust furniture, equipment, blinds, and light fixtures and clean mirrors and interior window surfaces and surrounding areas.

Clean entrances and exits, washing finger marks from glass, doors, walls and hardware, and keeping outside area clear of pebbles, snow, cans, paper, etc.

Report damage and acts of vandalism and report and/or perform minor maintenance repairs.

Mix and use cleaning chemicals and products in accordance with instructions.

Ensure cleaning materials and supplies are stored in a safe and orderly manner and an adequate supply is maintained.

Move and/or relocate furniture.

Comply with all established general and industrial safety rules and regulations as applicable to the contract, facility and job assignment.

Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Work is in an office building environment with controlled temperature and lighting conditions. Must be able to carry, push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds. Must be able to grasp or handle objects, bend elbows and knees, and reach above shoulders. Extensive walking and standing required. Required to handle hazardous materials.

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 and 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 his/her 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 his/her job.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

High School diploma or equivalent

One (1) year of general work experience

Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, products and equipment, including knowledge of the Hazardous Materials Information System

Ability to read and understand instructions and labels, particularly on the use and application of cleaning chemicals and products

A willingness to work rotational shift if necessary, including days, evenings and nights, as well as overtime, weekends, and holidays

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI US Government security. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous custodial experience, preferred

Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance, preferred

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.

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