This position is located in Washington, DC The core working hours are 6:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday

The hourly wage is $19.37 This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary

This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

This position may require the use of your personal vehicle to transport persons served. All Melwood transportation policies must be followed. Liability insurance on your individual vehicle must be in full force and effect while transporting for or on behalf of Melwood. Melwood will reimburse for mileage pursuant to the Travel policy.

INTRODUCTION

Under the supervision of the Custodial Foreman, performs the cleaning tasks necessary to meet custodial contract specifications and assists in monitoring the custodial crew's work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Sweeps and mops hallways, stairs, and offices.

• 2. Empties tenants' waste baskets and dispose of the trash in a prescribed manner.

• 3. Dust horizontal surfaces.

• 4. Clean bathrooms.

• 5. Waxes and buffs floors with prescribed buffers.

• 6. Cleans glass and windows.

• 7. Washes walls and other vertical surfaces.

• 8. Performs snow removal if required by contract specifications.

• 9. Polishes kick panels, door knobs, and other designated fixtures.

• 10. Strips and waxes floors.

• 11. Vacuum rugs.

• 12. Mixes cleaning solutions.

• 13. Maintains issued equipment.

• 14. Notifies supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks.

• 15. Supervises activities of assigned workers on a temporary basis while performing own work.

• 16. Assumes responsibility for the crew during the absence of the foreman.

• 17. Performs all other duties assigned by Custodial Foreman

SUPERVISION RECEIVED The incumbent is supervised by the Custodial Foreman.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

The incumbent must be able to stand or walk 90% of the work time and sit 10%. He/she must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds in order to clean work areas and handle supplies and equipment. He/she must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach. These requirements are necessary for using ladders and stairs, and cleaning low areas, high areas, benches, and corners. He/she must be able to communicate with supervisors and co-workers; must have good vision, depth perception, and the ability to distinguish colors for safety reasons.

QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience in custodial work required. Some supervisory experience is preferred. Prior experience with individuals with a disability is preferred. Must be able to pass security clearance.