Custodian

Chimes; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan starting at a low cost

Employer-paid Life Insurance

AD&D coverage

Long-Term Disability

403(b) retirement plan with employer‑m

Tickets at Work

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Chimes is seeking a part-time custodial staff member for a shift from 4:45pm to 9:45pm at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC. The role focuses on cleaning, disinfecting restrooms, sweeping, mopping, and maintaining common areas to contract specifications.

Applicants should have at least six months of custodial experience, be able to stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs. A high school diploma is preferred. Benefits include medical plans and safety training.

Qualifications

• Six months of custodial work experience preferred
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs as needed
• Able to work a shift from 4:45pm to 9:45pm

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas per contract specifications
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and public spaces
• Move, lift, and arrange heavy items as needed
• Attend required training and follow all building and safety rules
• Ensure compliance with security procedures

Skills

Custodial work

Endurance for long shifts

Education

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Safety gear

Job description

Ronald Reagan Building | Washington DC NW
Washington, DC 20004, USA

Description

Set Pay Rate: $20.53

Shift: 4:45pm to 9:45pm

Essential Functions:

• Comply with all Agency policies and procedures and follow contract specifications
• Comply with uniform dress code and personal hygiene standards
• Clean all assigned areas in accordance with the contract specifications
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and washable surfaces in public areas
• Descale showers, toilet bowls, and urinals
• Keep restrooms supplied with required paper products and soap
• Perform routine glass and mirror cleaning
• Scrub tile and wash walls
• Vacuum area rugs and carpets; sweep and mop floors
• Pull trash and recycling and place in proper receptacles
• Dust various surfaces, polish furniture and metal, clean glass tabletops
• Clean and disinfect kitchenettes and break rooms
• Clean and disinfect fitness centers, health centers, and child care centers
• Clean walls, partitions, window blinds, and window sills as required by contract
• Clean corners, crevices, moldings, ledges, door jams, metal strips, and overhead surfaces
• Clean elevators, escalators, and stairwells
• Clean and police building exteriors, garages, and janitor closets
• Keep tools and supplies clean and orderly
• Empty and clean any public ashtrays and urns
• Spot clean, service restrooms, and police trash
• Perform or assist with special restoration work, as required
• Move, arrange, and lift heavy items
• Attend work regularly and report on time
• Attend required meetings and in-service training
• Pass and comply with all building and security requirements and procedures

Secondary Functions:

• Assist with inventory
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Strip, refinish, wax, burnish, buff floors, and clean carpets as required by contract
• Maintain floors including porches and steps at entrances
• Assist with special events by setting up and taking down furniture
• Perform other duties and tasks as needed

*Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice

Physical Abilities Needed to Meet Work Demands:

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, and stoop
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions
• Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces

Job Competencies Needed for Success on the Job:

• Ability to work with limited direct supervision
• Ability to follow directions and focus on tasks
• Ability to report problems or relate information
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and with safety always in mind
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly
• Ability to operate machinery without posing a safety hazard to self or others
• Ability to notice and report changes in work space conditions
• Ability to notify supervisor when equipment or supplies are needed to perform taskAbility to complete tasks in a timely manner with numerous interruptions
• Ability to attend work regularly according to assigned schedule and company policies
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required—days, nights, holidays, and weekends
• Ability to attend and participate in training and work related meetings
• Ability to deal with others in a positive, enthusiastic, respectful, and courteous manner
• Ability to comply with all building, security, and company procedures

This position is designated as essential. This means that when the facility is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in this position may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the facility.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience:

• Six months of custodial work experience preferred
• Candidates with disabilities preferred

What’s in it for you?

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Medical plan starting at $13.80/mo. The $6.90 is per pay for the Minimum Value Health Plan.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance + AD&D
• Employer-provided Long-Term Disability coverage for financial protection
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

Ability One Program
This position is part of AbilityOne Program, a federal initiative that provides employment opportunities for individuals who have significant disabilities. Eligibility requirements may apply in accordance with AbilityOne Program guidelines.

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