Lead Worker - Monday-Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Chimes; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

403(b) with Employer Match

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Chimes is seeking a dependable Custodian to maintain clean and safe facilities in Washington, DC. You will lead daily cleaning tasks, enforce safety standards, and support team members to meet contract requirements.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 25 lbs, and the willingness to follow site policies. Shift is Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with competitive pay and full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Six months of custodial experience preferred.
• Custodial training desired.
• Candidates with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Agency policies and procedures and follow contract specifications.
• Perform daily cleaning functions while leading team in day-to-day activities.
• Assist with training staff in proper cleaning procedures and techniques.
• Move, arrange, and lift heavy items.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Set Pay Rate: $19.05USD

Shift: Monday-Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Description

Essential Functions:

• Comply with all Agency policies and procedures and follow contract specifications
• Perform daily cleaning functions while also leading team in day-to-day activities
• Act as mentor to newly hired custodians
  • Ensure and report on quality and quantity of work completed by custodians in team
  • Assign rework as needed and assist to ensure 100% compliance with contract specifications
  • Assist with training staff in proper cleaning procedures and techniques
  • Work closely with supervisor to ensure all duties assigned to team are completed
  • Promptly answer/respond to all calls or messages from supervisor or designated representative
  • Immediately report facilities issues such as broken or leaking fixtures to supervisor
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and washable surfaces in public areas
• Descale showers, toilet bowls, and urinals
• Scrub tile, spot clean walls, mop, and kai vac
• Keep restrooms supplied with required paper products and soap
• Report to supervisor supply needs and equipment issues
• Perform routine glass and mirror cleaning
• Vacuum area rugs and carpets; sweep and mop floors when required
• Pull trash and recycling and place in proper receptacles when required
• Dust various surfaces, polish furniture and metal, clean glass tabletops
• Clean and disinfect kitchenettes and break rooms
• Clean and disinfect fitness centers, and child care centers
• Clean walls and window sills
• Clean corners, crevices, moldings, ledges, door jambs, and metal strips
• Clean elevators and stairwells
• Clean and police building exteriors, garages, and janitor closets
• Sweep and mop floors, hallways, and lobbies
• Empty any public ashtrays and urns in or around buildings
• Spot clean service restrooms, and police trash
• Perform or assist with special restoration work, as required
• Move, arrange, and lift heavy items
• Assist with special events by setting up and taking down furniture
• Perform emergency cleaning
• Comply with uniform dress code and personal hygiene standards
• Pass and comply with all building and security requirements and procedures

Additional Essential Functions for Floor Crew (Secondary for others):

• Maintain all floor surfaces and steps at entrances
• Use and measure chemicals correctly
• Strip, wax, burnish, buff floors, and spot clean carpets as required by contract
• Clean and maintain equipment

Secondary Functions:

• Assist with inventory
• Act as supervisor when supervisor is absent
• Keep records and provide requested reports
• Remove snow and ice from exterior areas and apply ice melt as required by contract
• Apply ice melt as required
• Keep track of and maintain assigned equipment, vehicles, and supplies
• Perform other duties and tasks as needed

*Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice

Physical Abilities Needed to Meet Work Demands:

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, stoop
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions
• Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces

Job Competencies Needed for Success on the Job:

• Ability to lead and direct others
• Ability to determine accuracy and quality
• Ability to work with limited direct supervision
• Ability to follow directions and focus on tasks
• Ability to report problems or relate information
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and with safety always in mind
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Ability to understand and perform the requirements of the statement of work
• Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly
• Ability to notice and report changes in work space conditions
• Ability to notify supervisor when equipment or supplies are needed to perform task
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with numerous interruptions
• Ability to attend work regularly according to assigned schedule and company policies
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required
• Ability to attend and participate in training and work related meetings
• Ability to deal with others in a positive, enthusiastic, respectful, and courteous manner
• Ability to comply with all building, security, and company policies and procedures

Essential Personnel:

This function/position is designated as essential. This means that when the facility is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the facility.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience:

• Six months of custodial experience preferred
• Custodial training desired
• Candidates with disabilities preferred

What’s in it for you?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through "Tickets at Work"
• Discounts on Verizon mobile service
• And More!

Want to learn more?

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:https://chimes.org/Careers.

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