Custodian - Part-Time

DHRM; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Military Affairs seeks a part-time Custodian (Hsekeep &/or Apparel Worker I) in Richmond, VA. The role runs 5:00am-1:30pm with some flexibility and is limited to 1500 hours per year. Prior cleaning experience and a valid driver's license are required.

The position is ineligible for state benefits and requires successful background checks and pre-employment screenings. Apply to Loreley A. Leabhart.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of chemicals, dilutions, and cleaning applications.
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and procedures.
• Experience with Above-the-Floor Cleaning (glass, stainless, wood, plastic).
• Experience using floor buffer machines and floor waxing.

Responsibilities

• The Custodian will be a reliable staff member with a positive attitude and proven cleaning experience.
• Hours are 5:00am - 1:30pm with some flexibility; part-time and ineligible for state benefits.
• This position is limited to 1500 hours per year; duties are in the Department of Military Affairs.

Skills

Chemicals/dilutions/cleaning

Cleaning equipment

Above-the-Floor cleaning

Floor buffers/waxing

Inventory awareness

Valid driver's license

Job description

Title: Custodian - Part-Time

State Role Title: Hsekeep &/or Apparel Worker I

Hiring Range: $20.00 - $25.00 / hour

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Department of Military Affairs

Location: Richmond DSCR

Agency Website: DMA

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Agency:

The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, the Virginia Air Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Purpose of Position:

The Custodian will serve as a reliable and competent staff member with a positive attitude and proven experience cleaning. This position is part-time and ineligible for state benefits. This position is limited to working 1500 hours per year. The hours of work for this position are 5:00am - 1:30pm, with some flexibility, but the hours must be during the day.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of chemicals, dilutions, and cleaning applications;
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and procedures;
• Experience with Above-the-Floor Cleaning, including glass, stainless, wood, plastic, etc.;
• Experience using floor buffer machines and floor waxing;
• Experience with inventory supplies and equipment;
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record required.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Employment offers may be subject to any of the following:

• Extensive criminal background check
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Employment reference checks
• Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
• Pre-employment physical examination

Must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).

This position is restricted, meaning the funding for this job is non-general and/or non-recurring.

Must have, and maintain, a valid Driver's License for the duration of employment.

The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume.

AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the "Relevant Work History" section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

Contact Information

Name: Loreley A. Leabhart

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 10 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 30 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time