Utility Cleaner

Alutiiq, LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 31,674 - 45,112; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

A national service provider is seeking a Utility Cleaner in Washington, DC. This full-time position involves maintaining cleanliness in facilities through waste removal, cleaning various areas, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, experience in custodial work, and TS/SCI security clearance. The role may require working evenings or weekends. Competitive hourly wage is offered, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in custodial or janitorial work.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and safety regulations.
• Must possess valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of facilities.
• Perform daily cleaning tasks as specified.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Ability to operate cleaning equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Alutiiq and its subsidiaries firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. We strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities.

Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We’re looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of invention and enjoy working as a team to create exceptional results for our customers.

DC Washington JBAB L32BJ SEIU - Washington, DC 20032 US (Primary)

Category

Custodial and Janitorial

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$27.87 Hourly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

TS/SCI

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

The Utility Cleaner is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of facilities through regular and scheduled cleaning services. This role includes waste removal, space cleaning, floor care, and maintaining the cleanliness of restrooms, kitchens, and other designated areas. The Utility Cleaner must comply with all safety regulations and pathogen exposure control standards.

General Cleaning Services:

• Perform daily cleaning tasks to ensure facilities are clean and hygienic.
• Follow specified cleaning frequencies as outlined in the service schedules.
• Protect the integrity of surfaces, finishes, and floor coverings using appropriate cleaning techniques and products.

Waste and Recycling Management:

• Empty waste and recycling containers, ensuring they are clean and liners are replaced as needed.
• Collect and dispose of waste and recyclables from designated areas and move them to collection points.
• Ensure no waste or recyclables are left behind or dropped during the removal process.

Space Cleaning:

• Clean all assigned spaces, ensuring they are hygienic and tidy.
• Return furniture and other items moved during cleaning to their original positions.

High and Low Area Cleaning:

• Clean low areas up to 7 feet, including furniture, fixtures, partitions, radiators, equipment, hand railings, and light fixtures.
• Clean high areas above 7 feet, including overhead piping, light fixtures, and vents, ensuring all debris is removed.

Kitchenettes, Lunch/Break Room Cleaning:

• Clean and sanitize employee kitchenettes, lunch, and break rooms, including sinks, countertops, trash containers, cooking equipment, and dining areas.
• Refill soap and paper towel dispensers and ensure waste is properly collected and disposed of.

Restroom and Locker Room Cleaning:

• Clean and disinfect restrooms, showers, and locker rooms to ensure they are sanitary and free of offensive odors.
• Stock restrooms with necessary supplies like toilet paper, soap, and paper towels.
• Remove all graffiti from restroom surfaces.

Floor Care:

• Perform sweeping, dust mopping, damp mopping, spray cleaning, buffing, stripping, coating, and deep cleaning of floors to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Move and return furniture and rugs as necessary during floor care operations.
• Post warning signs and barricades in areas of floor care operations to ensure personnel safety.

Window and Glass Cleaning:

• Clean interior and exterior windows, ensuring surfaces are free of dirt and streaks.
• Clean window blinds and ensure they are operational and in their original positions.

Building Perimeter Services:

• Maintain the cleanliness of the building perimeter, including porches, patios, sidewalks, and designated smoking areas.
• Remove debris from the building perimeter and deposit it in designated waste containers.

The is a temporary, 6 month position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Certification, Training, and Licensing:

• Receive pathogen training prior to beginning service if exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials.
• Comply with OSHA standard 29 CFR-1910.1030 and maintain an Exposure Control Plan.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience in custodial or janitorial work.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and safety regulations.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and machinery.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
• Must possess valid driver’s license.
• Pursuant to Government Contract, you must be a U.S. citizen.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and supplies.
• Capable of standing, walking, and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in various environments, including confined spaces and at heights.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position; may require working evenings, weekends, or holidays.
• Work in a variety of environments including indoor and outdoor settings.

Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak’s direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, “Protected Status”).

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client–customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company’s Career page.