Custodian

Overview Of Athena

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

Position Summary

We are currently recruiting a Custodian. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment across the campus. Duties include routine cleaning, sanitation of facilities, laundry services, trash removal, and reporting maintenance or safety concerns. The Custodian supports daily operations within a structured school and quasi-military program serving youth ages 16–18 and must maintain professionalism while working in an environment with cadets and staff.

This Full-Time position starts at $19 per hour and is in Virginia Beach, VA

Key Responsibilities

Facility Cleaning and Sanitation

• Clean and maintain restrooms, ensuring proper sanitation and restocking of supplies as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of entrances, hallways, common areas, offices, and lobby spaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitize floors and surfaces throughout assigned areas.
• Clean windows, doors, and other high-touch surfaces to maintain hygiene and presentation.
  
  

Laundry Operations

• Operate laundry equipment to wash, dry, and maintain program linens, towels, and other assigned materials.
• Ensure laundry areas remain clean, organized, and safe.
  
  

Waste Management

• Remove interior and exterior trash and recycling from designated locations.
• Ensure trash receptacles are emptied regularly and maintained in sanitary condition.
• Transport waste to appropriate disposal areas according to facility procedures.
  
  

Facility Monitoring and Safety

• Conduct routine building inspections to identify safety hazards, cleanliness issues, or compliance concerns.
• Report maintenance issues, equipment malfunctions, or facility damage to appropriate staff.
• Assist with maintaining a safe and orderly environment throughout the campus.
  
  

Maintenance Reporting and Support

• Promptly report maintenance needs, repairs, or safety concerns to the Facilities Manager or designated supervisor.
• Assist with minor maintenance tasks when appropriate and within scope.
  
  

Program Environment Support

• Work professionally within a structured school and military-style program environment.
• Maintain appropriate conduct while interacting with staff and cadets ages 16–18.
• Support campus standards of cleanliness, organization, and safety.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds regularly.
• Ability to walk throughout campus, including walking up and down stairs.
• Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods while performing cleaning duties.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and follow assigned schedules and tasks.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning practices and sanitation procedures.
• Strong reliability and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required by program needs.
  
  

Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in a school and structured program environment serving youth ages 16–18.
• Must maintain professionalism and appropriate boundaries when working around cadets.
  
  

Employment Requirements

• Must successfully pass FBI fingerprinting and background check.
• Must successfully complete drug screening as required by program policy.
• Must comply with all facility safety policies and operational procedures.
  
  

The Custodian plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and professional environment that supports the health, safety, and success of cadets and staff.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times.
  
  

Successful ATHENA Employees Will Display The Following Characteristics

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions, where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.
  
  

The Benefits Of Working For ATHENA Include

• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Medical and dependent flexible spending account.
• Pet insurance.
• Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.
• 401k with a generous employer match.
• Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
• Paid time off varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
• Holiday pay varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
  
  

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.