Custodian (Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm)

Chimes International LTD; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chimes International LTD in Washington, DC is seeking a professional janitorial worker to perform cleaning and building services in public and work spaces within the Department of Commerce facility. The role runs 8:30am-4:00pm and requires adherence to contract specifications and uniform/dress code.

The job involves cleaning restrooms, floors, offices, and common areas, maintaining supplies, and following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and climb stairs.
• Commitment to safety procedures and contract specs.

Responsibilities

• Clean designated areas per contract specifications.
• Disinfect restrooms and public spaces.
• Move and arrange light furniture and equipment as needed.
• Attend required meetings and trainings.
• Follow security and building policies.

Skills

Stand/Walk long periods

Stairs access

Lift 25–50 lbs

Safety procedures

Cleaning duties

Job description

Department of Commerce | 172
Washington, DC 20230, USA

Description

Set Pay Rate: $18.40 USD per hour

Shift: 8:30am-4:00pm

Job Summary:Perform a variety of cleaning and building services in public and work space areas including executive and command areas.

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
• Remove snow and ice from exterior areas and apply ice melt as required by contract 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 task