Lead Custodian

Innovative Consulting & Management Services, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) in Birmingham, AL seeks a dependable Lead Custodian to manage a custodial team and maintain high cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards at on-site facilities.

The role requires US citizenship, ability to obtain a federal clearance, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and OSHA knowledge. Employment is full-time with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required and ability to pass a government clearance.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license with no major infractions.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of custodial staff with training and guidance.
• Perform daily cleaning tasks: sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, trash removal.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and reorder as needed.
• Ensure safety compliance and conduct quality inspections.
• Coordinate work schedules, shift assignments, and service requests.
• Clean restrooms, surfaces, windows, and common areas; sanitize as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is a Professional & Technical Management Consulting firm with over 20 years of consulting experience. We offer technical professional services to Federal and State Governments, and Commercial clients.

ICMS is a Small Business and Certified HUBZone employer. We deliver value to our clients by combining deep industry knowledge with strong functional capabilities. Our focus is to manage cost-effective programs while at the same time mitigating risk and improving results. Our success is about teamwork, a coordinated effort from all disciplines, from clients to consultants and most important, it’s about delivering on our commitments.

ICMS is seeking dependable and motivated Lead Custodians to maintain cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate is an experienced individual who can provide high-quality service and ensure tenant comfort and safety.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of custodial staff, providing guidance, training, and support
• Oversee and perform daily cleaning tasks, including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and trash removal
• Maintain supply closets and inventory of cleaning supplies for custodians and ensure the proper use and storage of cleaning materials
• Request/reorder supplies as necessary
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations; report any hazards or incidents promptly
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure that standards meet or exceed expectations
• Maintain open communication with the custodial team and management.
• Assist supervisor with overseeing and coordinating custodial work schedules, including shift assignments, task distribution, and service requests
• Identify and elevate any custodial-related issues or concerns, to management
• Sweep, mop, scrub, polish floors, and sanitize all surfaces in offices, hallways, restrooms, and common areas, as assigned
• Empty trash and recycling bins and transport waste to designated disposal areas
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and showers
• Clean windows, glass doors, and mirrors
• Clean lavatories, showers, and restrooms
• Perform priority cleaning such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, sanitize restrooms

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent General Educational Development (GED) Certificate
• US Citizenship required and ability to pass a government clearance
• Must have a valid state driver’s license with no major infractions
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite
• Must have knowledge of acceptable procedures and understanding of OSHA regulations
• Ability to work on site during normal working hours; position may require occasional call-ins for special circumstances
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and equipment operation
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Sense of urgency in responsiveness
• Flexibility to work variable and flexible hours, including overtime
• Must have reliable, dependable, punctual, maintain good attendance and conscientious about quality performance.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to climb ladders, use power tools, and perform heavy physical labor as needed
• Exposure to wet, humid conditions, chemicals, fumes, and dust
• Requires ability to walk/ stand for duration of shift
• Capable of lifting to 25lbs.
• Ability to use equipment in back-and-forth motion consistently.
• Requires consistent bending/ stooping, use of hands, and reaching above head

Security Clearance:

It is mandatory that all Contractor personnel working onsite at federal facilities meet federal government security clearance standards. Minimum investigation at a Public Trust level required.

Employment Type:

Full-time

Citizenship requirement:

U.S. Citizenship

Location:

Birmingham, AL, 35254

• This is a contingent hire position based upon the award of contract.

ICMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.