JANITOR (DA) 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc.; Deep Creek (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc. in Bethesda, MD is seeking a custodial worker for afternoon-to-evening shifts (10:00 am - 2:30 pm, Mon-Fri). Starting pay is $17.85 per hour.

Pre-employment background checks, government clearance and drug testing are required. Proof of disability is required before interviewing under the Ability One contract. Responsibilities include cleaning hallways, offices, and common areas; dusting; waste disposal; cleaning windows; snow removal; and maintaining

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a Secret Government Security Clearance.
• Three to six months training or experience, or be capable of learning to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Sweep and mop hallways, stairs, and offices
• Empty wastebaskets and dispose of the trash in the prescribed manner
• Dust horizontal surfaces
• Empty and wash ashtrays
• Clean glass and windows
• Wash walls and other vertical surfaces
• Sweep and clear snow from outside steps and sidewalks
• Polish kick panels, doorknobs, and other designated fixtures
• Vacuum rugs
• Mix cleaning solutions
• Maintain issued equipment
• Notify supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks
• All other duties assigned by Custodial Foreman

Job description

• This position is set aside for a person with a disability according to the Ability One government contract
  • Proof of disability is required prior to interviewing
• The person hired must be able to obtain a Secret Government Security Clearance
• Starting pay is $17.85 per hour
• Working hours are 10:00 am - 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday
• This position is located in Bethesda, MD at Carderock
• Pre-employment criminal background checks, government clearance, and drug testing are required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sweep and mop hallways, stairs, and offices
• Empty wastebaskets and dispose of the trash in the prescribed manner
• Dust horizontal surfaces
• Empty and wash ashtrays
• Clean glass and windows
• Wash walls and other vertical surfaces
• Sweep and clear snow from outside steps and sidewalks
• Polish kick panels, doorknobs, and other designated fixtures
• Vacuum rugs
• Mix cleaning solutions
• Maintain issued equipment
• Notify supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks
• All other duties assigned by Custodial Foreman

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• The incumbent must be able to stand 80% of the work time, walk 15%, and sit 5%
• Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds in order to clean work areas and handle supplies and equipment
• Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach and handle
• All of these requirements are necessary for using ladders and stairs, cleaning low areas, high areas, benches, and corners
• Must be able to communicate with supervisors and co-workers
• Must be able to see, have depth perception, and tell colors for safety reasons and to distinguish between chemicals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to obtain a Secret Government Security Clearance
• Must have three to six months training or experience, or be capable of learning to perform the essential functions

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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