School Custodian — Clean & Safe Campus

ABM industries; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking a reliable School Custodian to perform general cleaning duties in designated areas at K-12 and higher education campuses. The role focuses on maintaining classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas with attention to safety and quality standards.

You will follow cleaning protocols, operate cleaning equipment, and support recycling and sanitation initiatives across educational facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• No experience required and on the job training provided.
• No high school diploma, GED or college degree required.
• Prior customer service experience preferred.
• One (1) year of prior similar work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned area, which may include classrooms, hallways, restrooms, locker rooms, office, and stairways
• Sweep, remove debris, clean spills, and mop floors in designated areas
• Regularly check trash receptacles, emptying as needed, in all designated areas
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures
• Notify lead cleaner or manager concerning the need for minor or major repairs or additions to building operating systems
• Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with clients, co-workers, shift coordinators, supervisors, managers, etc.
• Collect, consolidate, and separate recycling into proper receptacles
• Clean and dust desks, chairs, tables furniture, fixtures, doors, sills, floors, ceiling, and walls
• Polish hard surfaces, e.g. woodwork, stainless steel surfaces
• Wipe and clean tabletops, chairs, and equipment in food areas
• Move cabinets, boxes, furniture, crates and equipment to clean areas, either manually or by using hand trucks
• Clean interior partition glass, windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees
• Sweep walks, rake leaves, cut grass, remove snow or perform other incidental seasonal tasks
• Maintain the cleanliness of restrooms (clean and polish as needed)
• Comply with all safety, security, compliance, and quality standards and procedures established by the Company, Clients, and regulatory authorities

Job description

ABM Industries is seeking a reliable School Custodian to perform general cleaning duties in designated areas at K-12 and higher education campuses. The role focuses on maintaining classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and common areas with attention to safety and quality standards.

You will follow cleaning protocols, operate cleaning equipment, and support recycling and sanitation initiatives across educational facilities.