GR1 Custodian (Learn & Earn), Onsite

Sandia National Laboratories; New Mexico; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements (9/80, 4/10

Vacation and benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in New Mexico is seeking a Custodian to maintain clean and orderly conditions in designated laboratories, shops, or offices. The role involves standing, walking, lifting light to moderate loads, and performing routine cleaning tasks across restrooms and common areas.

You will follow team cleaning methods, read and follow instructions, and may be required to obtain a DOE Q-level security clearance. This is a temporary LTE posting with benefits and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform Team Cleaning Methods.
• Ability to walk, crouch, stoop, reach, carry, and lift for long periods.
• Read and accurately follow instructions from oral and written sources.
• Must be test qualified in Reading/Vocabulary, Reading/Comprehension, Math/Basic Skills, Oral Directions, and General Reasoning.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and orderly condition of laboratories, shops, and offices.
• Empty waste receptacles and clean floors by sweeping, mopping, and buffing.
• Disinfect fixtures and restrooms; replenish soap and paper supplies.
• Follow safety procedures and read product directions and job orders.

Skills

Team Cleaning

Walk & Stand

Read Instructions

Physical Endurance

Education

Team Cleaning Academy

SDS & GHS Training

Bloodborne Pathogen Training

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Job description

We are seeking a Custodian (Learn & Earn)

On any given day, you may be called on to:

Maintain in clean and orderly condition any designated laboratory, shop, or office area including restrooms

Requires continuous standing and walking, frequent exertion of 6 to 20 lbs. and occasional exertion of 21 to 60 pounds

Perform general cleaning operations in and near any designated laboratory, shop, or office

Empty waste receptacles and sand urns into collection bins, and clean floor areas by sweeping, dusting damp mopping, and buffing

Perform other janitorial duties such as dusting window sills and moldings; cleaning stairs, glass doors, and panels; vacuuming and removing spots from carpets; wet mopping and buffing halls and lobbies; cleaning and disinfecting drinking fountains; and washing soiled areas of partitions, doors, and walls.

As conditions require, wax and polish floor areas where it is not necessary to move heavy furniture and equipment

Collect recycling paper and deposit in designated areas.

Maintain restrooms in a clean and orderly condition by mopping floors; vacuuming carpets, drapes, windowsills, and other surfaces washing basins, doors, partitions, and soiled areas of walls; clean furniture, mirrors, windows, venetian blinds, and similar items; and cleaning and disinfecting fixtures.

Clean and fill soap, paper, and other dispensing equipment; prepare lists of needed janitorial supplies and stock supplies in designated areas; and perform associated duties as assigned including maintaining walkways at building approaches by removing snow and ice; applying deicer, picking up paper and other debris; and cleaning away accumulated sand, gravel and mud.

As a condition of employment, Metal Trades positions are represented by the Metal Trades Council (MTC) and represented employees must pay the monthly membership dues or agency fee.

Qualifications We Require

Position requires performance of Team Cleaning Methods

Daily duties require physical repetitive exertion and the ability to walk, crouch, stoop, reach, carry, and lift for long periods of time utilizing equipment assigned for the task. Daily assignments include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, and cleaning restrooms.

Equipment and supplied include, but are not limited to; notepad, keys, gloves, 32-55 gallon wheeled trash barrels, apron baddy containing cleaning supplies, distribution tray, trigger spray bottles, dust cloth, wooly duster, towels, putty knife, Pac cutter, vacuum backpack, vacuum, mop and buffer.

Position requires exposure to elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require the following basic safety precautions.

Additional duties include the ability to read and accurately follow instructions, both oral and written to appropriately complete duties such as product directions, job orders, memos, schedules, complete forms, prepare supply request, document maintenance, request service needs, and other related information. Position requires the ability to measure accurately using measuring devices and to perform basic math skills.

The applicant will be test qualified in the following areas: Reading/Vocabulary, Reading/Comprehension, Math/Basic Skills, Oral Directions, and General Reasoning in order to be considered.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Q clearance.

Qualifications We Desire

Completion of Team Cleaning Academy

Completion of SDS (Safety Data Sheet) and GHS (Globally Harmonized System Training)

Completion of Bloodborne Pathogen Training

Posting Duration

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

About Our Team

Custodial Services has accountability for 4.7 million cleanable sq. ft. at SNL/NM. The organization primarily consists of 4 Team Supervisors, 6 Lead Custodians: and 100+ other Custodians.

About Sandia

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide

Extraordinary co-workers

Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world

Career advancement and enrichment opportunities

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov

*These benefits vary by job classification.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)


• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

Security Clearance

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

EEO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.

If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

Essential Functions

If offered the position, you may be required to demonstrate your fitness to perform certain physical aspects of the position, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

Position Information

This is a temporary position. Limited Term Employees (LTE) are hired for up to three (3) years to fill the Laboratories' temporary staffing needs.

Required Testing

Applicants must meet the minimum pre-requisites to be scheduled for testing. The applicant will be contacted and scheduled for the next available test date. All applicants must be prepared to test upon application submittal. Once successful testing has been completed, the hiring manager will be notified. Full consideration will not be given to applicants that have not met all of the pre-requisites including testing. Interviews will not be scheduled until the applicant has successfully test-qualified and has been selected by the manager as a top applicant. Passing the test does not guarantee an interview or a selection. If the applicant is not able to schedule testing within the time constraints of the position posting, selection timelines, and the available test dates, they will not be considered for the position. It is imperative that applicants are immediately available for testing in order to provide the best opportunities.