Daytime Facilities Porter & Grounds Care Specialist

HES; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

HES is seeking a reliable custodial associate in Suffolk, VA to perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks across educational facilities. Responsibilities include floor care, restroom sanitation, window cleaning, light fixtures, and general upkeep to ensure a safe, welcoming environment.

The role requires reading and following detailed instructions, teamwork with diverse staff, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write and comprehend at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work with a diverse group of people.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, and wax floors.
• Machine shampoo carpeting.
• Clean walls, vents, screens, furniture, drinking fountains, light fixtures, window blinds, brass, and other interior fixtures
• Wash interior and exterior windows and glass doors.
• Sweep entryways, empty exterior cigarette urns, and empty trashcans immediately outside building entrances.
• Clean restrooms, plunger sinks and toilets, and replenish supplies.
• Change interior light bulbs, filters, and ceiling tiles.
• Complete work requests to notify management of needed repair work.
• Work order system inputs and building safety checks.
• Perimeter grounds policing and maintenance.
• Remove snow and ice and apply salt and/or ice melting products to assigned areas when needed.
• Organize and supply custodial closets as needed.
• Move, remove, and/or set up furniture, furnishings, supplies, equipment, and any other items, inside specified rooms for special functions as directed.
• Additional job-related duties as required by the supervisor.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Interpersonal skills

Diversity teamwork

Willingness to learn

Clear criminal background check

Job description

HES is seeking a reliable custodial associate in Suffolk, VA to perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks across educational facilities. Responsibilities include floor care, restroom sanitation, window cleaning, light fixtures, and general upkeep to ensure a safe, welcoming environment.

The role requires reading and following detailed instructions, teamwork with diverse staff, and a willingness to learn.