Custodian Day- Full Time

Amentum company; Chantilly, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Custodian in Chantilly, Virginia, responsible for cleaning and upkeep of assigned areas and facilities. The role requires lifting, operation of cleaning equipment, and adherence to health standards.

The position is on-site with benefits and includes working conditions described by the contract. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and custodial experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous custodial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning supplies, techniques, and the safe handling of cleaning solutions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in all assigned areas.
• Operate cleaning equipment (floor machines, vacuums, mops, wringers).
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, and restrooms to health standards.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, and polish floors; dust furniture and fixtures.
• Perform special cleaning of walls, windows, and lighting; move furniture as needed.
• Provide linen removal, cleaning, and exchange.
• Remove trash and respond to spills; maintain equipment and supplies.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Custodial experience

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Safety handling of cleaning supplies

Job description

The Custodian is responsible for the care, upkeep, and cleaning of assigned areas, residential rooms, and the surrounding areas. Must hold a Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleanliness in all areas of responsibility.
• Use cleaning equipment, including automatic floor machines, commercial vacuums, wet mops, large wringers and other necessary equipment, tools, chemicals, and supplies.
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, stairways, and other work areas so that health standards are met. Clean and maintain supplies in restrooms.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, and polish floors. Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment.
• Perform special cleaning of induction units, walls, lighting fixtures, and windows, both inside and outside, move furniture and set up meeting rooms.
• Provide linen removal, cleaning, and exchange.
• Remove trash from premises and assist in cleaning emergency spills that are observed or as requested.
• Maintain assigned equipment and supplies for cleanliness and request repairs when needed

Minimum Knowledge

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous custodial experience preferred.
• Additional experience/education may be required by contract or assignment.
• Knowledge of cleaning supplies, techniques, and the safe handling of cleaning supplier.
• Skilled in cleaning rooms, bathrooms, furniture, equipment, sweep, mop, dust and arrange room to set standard.
• Ability to perform semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of building and related facilities.
• Additional knowledge/skills may be required by assignment.

Work Environment

• Ability to perform some heavy lifting.
• Living and working conditions at assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable.
• Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions.

Compensation Details

$29.50 hourly

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

09/24/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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