Detention Facility Janitorial Specialist - Flexible Shifts

GardaWorld Federal Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GardaWorld Federal Services in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Full-time Janitorial Technician to support daily sanitation operations at a government detention facility. You will maintain clean housing units, offices, and common areas while adhering to strict sanitation standards and safety protocols.

The role involves operating cleaning equipment, following OSHA procedures, stocking supplies, conducting inspections, and reporting maintenance concerns.

Qualifications

• Must possess one (1) year of janitorial or similar work experience.
• Must be able to provide proof of citizenship or legal US work authorization.
• If prior active-duty military, must provide copies of DD214(s) showing discharge condition.
• Must consent to fingerprinting.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Clean criminal record and ability to pass a comprehensive background check and security screening.
• Ability to pass a preemployment medical assessment and drug screening.
• Excellent communication, observation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure and in high-stress situations.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sanitize, and disinfect resident housing units, administrative offices, visitation areas, hallways, restrooms, intake spaces, and common areas in accordance with detention facility sanitation standards.
• Operate janitorial equipment, floor cleaning machines, vacuums, buffers, and approved cleaning chemicals safely and effectively while following OSHA and facility safety procedures.
• Remove trash, biohazard waste, recyclable materials, and contaminated items while ensuring proper disposal procedures are consistently followed.
• Restock paper products, hygiene supplies, cleaning materials, and sanitation stations throughout assigned operational areas.
• Conduct routine inspections of assigned areas and report maintenance concerns, plumbing issues, damaged equipment, or unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate inventory accountability for cleaning chemicals, janitorial tools, and sanitation equipment.
• Support infection prevention efforts by performing deep-cleaning and sanitation procedures during outbreaks, emergencies, or special facility operations.
• Maintain professionalism while working around residents, staff, contractors, and visitors within a secure detention environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Report-writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GardaWorld Federal Services in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Full-time Janitorial Technician to support daily sanitation operations at a government detention facility. You will maintain clean housing units, offices, and common areas while adhering to strict sanitation standards and safety protocols.

The role involves operating cleaning equipment, following OSHA procedures, stocking supplies, conducting inspections, and reporting maintenance concerns.