Custodian Trainee

Tennessee Valley Authority; Cumberland City (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Valley Authority in Cumberland City, Tennessee, seeks a Custodian Trainee to support cleaning operations in our facilities. You will perform floor care, room cleaning, and basic maintenance tasks under supervision.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 60 pounds, and at least some custodial experience. Training is provided on-site, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stoop or bend; stand for long periods; stand on hard floors (concrete, steel); work for long periods; walk up steps (one flight minimum); climb ladders, push, lift, and/or carry 50-60 pounds on a regular basis and 50-100 pounds on occasion.
• Knowledge of safe cleaning methods, materials, and equipment; ability and willingness to follow instructions; overall cooperative attitude.
• At least six months’ experience in custodial work; completion of eighth grade education.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, refinishes, and polishes floors; clean rugs and carpets with vacuum and shampoo machines.
• Clean drinking fountains, conference rooms, reception areas, and restrooms; maintain sanitary conditions.
• Wash woodwork, walls, partitions, windows, and ceilings.
• Move furniture as needed; empty waste cans; clean telephones, ceiling vents, and plumbing fixtures.
• Remove snow and ice; report needs for cleaning supplies.
• Report unsafe or hazardous conditions; prepare daily time reports.

Skills

Custodial experience

Physical stamina

Education

Eighth grade education

Job description

Job ID: 519099
Location: CUMBERLAND CITY, TN
Regular/Temporary:

External - Posting Description

Custodian Trainee - Job # 519099

Organization: Chief Administrative Office

Department: Facilities Operations North

Work Location: Cumberland City, Tennessee

Relocation benefits are not offered for this position. Local candidates may be preferred.

Posting Open: 11/9/2026

Posting Close: 11/11/2026at 11:59 PM EST

DUTIES

Sweeps, mops, refinishes, and polishes floors. Cleans rugs and carpets with vacuum cleaner and shampoo machines.

Cleans drinking fountains, conference rooms, and reception areas and maintains restrooms in sanitary conditions.

Washes woodwork, walls, partitions, windows and ceilings.

Moves furniture as necessary to clean, empties waste cans, cleans telephones, ceiling vents, and plumbing fixtures.

Removes snow and ice. Reports need for cleaning supplies.

Reports any unsafe or hazardous conditions including faulty plumbing or electrical service.

Prepares daily time reports.

Receives assignments and instructions from the Supervisor. Must be able to work independent of supervision.

Knows how to safely and efficiently use cleaning materials and equipment; has a general knowledge of cleaning methods.

Demonstrates tact and courtesy in contact with building occupants.

Observes and follows safe work practices, and through personal action and assistance, encourages others to do likewise; keeps the work area free from hazards; and informs the Custodial Supervisor of existing and potentially safety hazards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to stoop or bend; stand for long periods of time; stand on hard floors (concrete, steel); work for long periods of time; walk up steps (one flight minimum); climb ladders, push, lift, and/or carry 50-60 pounds on a regular basis and 50-100 pounds on occasion (e.g., office furniture, carpet shampooers, buffers, recycle paper cards, etc.). Must possess knowledge of rules and regulations of custodial services, effective and safe cleaning methods, materials, and equipment and the safe operation thereof; ability and willingness to follow instructions; physical strength, neat appearance, politeness, and willingness to work with others; display an overall cooperative attitude. At least six months’ experience in custodial work. Must have completed an eighth grade education.

SUPERVISON RECEIVED

Under the direction of the Lead Custodian and the supervision of the Program Manager.

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).