Custodian Lead — Onsite Facilities Leader

Kids for the Future; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Job summary

Anovaeon, LLC is seeking a Custodian Lead to oversee daily custodial and sanitation operations in a federally contracted ICE residential facility in Louisiana. This hands-on leadership role directs staff, monitors quality, and ensures clean, safe conditions while maintaining compliance with health and safety requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years in custodial work with prior supervisory experience, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum two years of custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or related experience.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, sanitation practices, and safe chemical handling procedures.
• Ability to lead and motivate staff while maintaining accountability and quality standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete required documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required background checks, clearances, and credentials.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily custodial operations across assigned facilities and work areas.
• Assign, prioritize, and monitor work activities for custodial staff.
• Inspect completed work to ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and housekeeping standards are met.
• Train and coach staff on cleaning procedures, equipment operation, workplace safety, and infection control practices.
• Assist with onboarding and ongoing development of custodial personnel.
• Promote a safe, professional, and respectful work environment.
• Perform cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing of assigned areas, including offices, restrooms, common areas, workspaces, and other facility locations.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors; perform floor care activities as required.
• Empty trash and waste receptacles and ensure proper disposal of waste materials.
• Restock consumable supplies including soap, paper products, and cleaning materials.
• Follow infection control procedures and ensure proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and PPE.
• Support routine and deep-cleaning activities to maintain sanitary conditions.
• Conduct routine inspections and identify maintenance concerns, safety hazards, equipment issues, or unsanitary conditions.
• Maintain inventories of cleaning supplies, equipment, and custodial materials; report shortages and coordinate replenishment.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Coordinate with facility staff to support safe and efficient operations.
• Respond to spills, sanitation concerns, and other facility support needs as required.
• Complete and review cleaning logs, inspection reports, inventory records, and maintenance requests.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, sanitation, and organizational standards.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate operational needs, concerns, and status updates to management.
• Adhere to established policies regarding confidentiality, security, and employee conduct.

Skills

supervisory experience

leadership

cleaning knowledge

safety procedures

inventory management

documentation

problem-solving

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Anovaeon, LLC is seeking a Custodian Lead to oversee daily custodial and sanitation operations in a federally contracted ICE residential facility in Louisiana. This hands-on leadership role directs staff, monitors quality, and ensures clean, safe conditions while maintaining compliance with health and safety requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years in custodial work with prior supervisory experience, and strong English communication.