Facility Custodian

Rockbridge Area Community Services; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Student loan repayment assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Virginia state retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Rockbridge Area Community Services in Lexington, VA is seeking a Facility Custodian to maintain our facilities and grounds in a clean, safe, and welcoming condition for clients, visitors, and staff. This role operates independently with minimal supervision and performs custodial and light maintenance duties.

Responsibilities include cleaning, sanitizing, waste removal, and furniture relocation, with a focus on confidentiality and professionalism in a behavioral healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of custodial or related experience is required.
• Ability to perform physical duties of a daily custodial workload.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, products, tools, and equipment.
• Identify and report larger facility issues as needed.
• Communicate effectively in a healthcare environment.
• Maintain client privacy and confidentiality per agency policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain RACS facilities and grounds in a clean, safe, professional condition.
• Perform cleaning, sanitizing, waste removal, and furniture relocation.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and reliability.

Skills

Custodial experience

Physical stamina

Cleaning methods

Chemical handling

Minor repairs

Communication skills

Privacy/compliance

Problem solving

Adaptability

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

Facility Custodian

Location: 241 Greenhouse Road, Lexington, VA
Employer: Rockbridge Area Community Services (RACS)

Position Overview:

The Facility Custodian is responsible for maintaining RACS facilities and grounds in a clean, safe, and professional condition for clients, visitors, and staff. Working independently with minimal supervision, this position performs a variety of custodial and light maintenance duties, including cleaning, sanitizing, waste removal, and furniture relocation. The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment while handling responsibilities with professionalism and confidentiality.

Qualifications:

• One to three years of custodial, janitorial, facilities maintenance, or related experience required.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of a daily custodial workload, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and other routine maintenance activities.
• Working knowledge of custodial cleaning methods, sanitation practices, and facility maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, products, tools, and equipment, including proper handling, storage, and safety protocols.
• Ability to identify and perform minor building repairs and maintenance tasks and report larger issues as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work professionally within a behavioral healthcare environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining client privacy and confidentiality in accordance with agency policies and applicable regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, work assignments, and scheduling needs.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Why Join RACS?

We offer a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Virginia state retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Probationary Period: All persons that are newly hired, rehired, transferred, promoted, or demoted into a Rockbridge Area Community Services position must serve a new 6-month probationary period.

RACS is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RACS values our Veterans and encourages all to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.