Custodian

Spectrum Management; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Management, LLC in Washington, DC is seeking a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment at a high-profile client site. The role covers daily cleaning tasks, restroom sanitation, and waste removal.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least three years in custodial work, with floor maintenance experience. The position requires a Monday–Friday shift from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm and background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 years experience in custodial field.
• Applicable knowledge of proper cleaning methods.
• MS Office Suite (Outlook/email) basic experience.
• Floor maintenance experience including buffering, stripping and waxing.
• Must pass site background checks, including fingerprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly custodial tasks (vacuuming, mopping, restrooms, lobbies).
• Disinfect high‑touch surfaces and maintain a clean environment.
• Collect and dispose of waste and recycling; replace liners.
• Replenish restroom and facility supplies.
• Identify safety hazards and report maintenance concerns.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite (Outlook)

Floor buffers & waxing equipment

Job description

Job Title: Custodian

Department: Custodial - Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Spectrum Management, LLC has been serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 25 years and provides a comprehensive array of services that include construction management, facilities management and real estate development services.

Spectrum is currently seeking a Custodian who will have the primary responsibility of cleaning one of our high profile client site locations in Washington, D.C.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 10:00 am - 6:30 pm.
• Perform scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly custodial services, including vacuuming carpets, wet mopping floors, cleaning restrooms, sweeping entrances, and maintaining lobbies, offices, hallways, break rooms, and other facility spaces.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and professional environment by disinfecting restrooms, trash receptacles, high-touch surfaces, walls, windows, and other areas as needed or according to established cleaning schedules.
• Collect, remove, and properly dispose of facility waste and recycling, including cleaning and sanitizing trash containers and replacing liners to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
• Monitor and replenish all restroom and facility consumable supplies, including paper towels, toilet tissue, hand soap, and other janitorial necessities to maintain uninterrupted operations.
• Support overall facility safety and appearance by identifying and reporting maintenance concerns, equipment or supply needs, pest activity, leaks, and other health or safety hazards, while participating in environmental and workplace safety initiatives as required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• 3 years experience in the custodial field.
• Applicable knowledge of proper cleaning methods.
• MS Office Suite (Outlook/email) basic experience required.
• Floor Maintenance experience including buffering, stripping and waxing with proper equipment maintenance a plus.
• Must be able to comply with all required site background checks, including fingerprints.

COMPETENCIES:

• Effective oral and written communication skills commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community.
• Must have effective organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to learn and comprehend information from procedure manuals and other materials.

Spectrum Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.