Weekend Shelter Cleaner: Create a Safe, Clean Space

FACETS; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

FSAs for healthcare/dependent care

Disability insurance (LT/ST)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

FACETS in Falls Church, VA is seeking a part-time Cleaner to maintain a clean, safe shelter environment across 52-bed homeless shelter and 18 units. The role requires weekend work, daily cleaning of resident areas, common spaces, restrooms, dining areas, kitchen, and offices, plus support for meal service cleanup.

You will follow infection control procedures, use PPE, manage supplies, and report safety issues.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior custodial, housekeeping, or facility maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Must pass criminal and Child Protective Services background checks.

Responsibilities

• Cleans the facility several times throughout the day, with special attention to high-use areas to maintain hygiene and safety.
• Assist with deep cleaning tasks on a weekly or monthly basis.
• Responsible for regularly vacuuming, mopping, dusting, sweeping, disinfecting surfaces, and trash removal to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Provides basic cleaning of all common areas, including restrooms, entrances, walkways, windows, furniture, fixtures, elevators, stairs, and walls to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Maintains the parking lot, outdoor areas, dumpster area, and smoking areas keeping them clean and free of trash.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report any maintenance issues, hazards, or safety concerns promptly.
• Respond to urgent cleaning needs or spills in a timely and professional manner.
• Refill cleaning supplies, track inventory needs, and notify supervisor when restocking is required.
• Follow all shelter policies regarding cleaning chemicals equipment usage and safety procedures.
• Follow infection control procedures, including proper usage of PPE.
• Reliability, punctuality, and the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Work an adjusted work schedule, including evenings and weekends as necessary to meet program needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Reliability

Ability to pass background checks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

FACETS in Falls Church, VA is seeking a part-time Cleaner to maintain a clean, safe shelter environment across 52-bed homeless shelter and 18 units. The role requires weekend work, daily cleaning of resident areas, common spaces, restrooms, dining areas, kitchen, and offices, plus support for meal service cleanup.

You will follow infection control procedures, use PPE, manage supplies, and report safety issues.