Custodian for Government Facilities (Security-Cleared)

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc.; Cheltenham (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc. is seeking a custodial worker to perform cleaning tasks to meet contract specifications under the supervision of the Lead Worker and Custodial Foreman.

The role requires the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, pass a background check and drug screening, and the ability to obtain a government security clearance. The position is set aside for a person with a disability, with proof of disability required.

Qualifications

• Must have three to six months training or experience, or be capable of learning to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to pass security clearance for designated contracts.
• Must be able to provide medical proof of a disability

Responsibilities

• Sweep and mop hallways, stairs and offices.
• Empty wastebaskets and dispose the trash in prescribed manner.
• Dust horizontal surfaces.
• Empty and wash ashtrays.
• Wax and buff floors with prescribed buffers.
• Clean glass and windows.
• Wash walls and other vertical surfaces.
• Sweep and clear snow from outside steps and sidewalks.
• Polish kick panels, doorknobs and other designated fixtures.
• Strip and wax floors.
• Vacuum rugs.
• Maintain issued cleaning equipment.
• Notify supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks.
• All other duties assigned by Custodial Foreman.

Education

Three to six months training or experience

Job description

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc. is seeking a custodial worker to perform cleaning tasks to meet contract specifications under the supervision of the Lead Worker and Custodial Foreman.

The role requires the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, pass a background check and drug screening, and the ability to obtain a government security clearance. The position is set aside for a person with a disability, with proof of disability required.