What are the responsibilities and job description for the JANITOR position at Melwood?
INTRODUCTION
- This position is set aside for people with disabilities
- Documented proof of disability is required prior to the interview
- This position is located in Washington, DC
- This is a Snow Detail site - Must work during snow/ice season - shovel snow from sidewalks and pathways
- The core working hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday
- The hourly wage is $17.95
- 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.
- Sweep and mop hallways, stairs, and offices
- Empty wastebaskets and dispose of the trash in the prescribed manner
- Dust horizontal surfaces
- Empty and wash ashtrays
- Clean bathrooms
- Wax and buff floors with prescribed buffers
- Clean glass and windows
- Wash walls and other vertical surfaces
- Sweep and clear snow from outside steps and sidewalks
- Polish kick panels, doorknobs, and other designated fixtures
- Strip and wax floors
- Vacuum rugs
- Mix cleaning solutions
- Maintain issued equipment
- Notify supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks
- Snow removal is required at this site
- All other duties assigned by Custodial Foreman
- The incumbent must be able to stand 80% of the work time, walk 15%, and sit 5%
- 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
- Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach
- All of these requirements are necessary for using ladders and stairs, cleaning low areas, high areas, benches, and corners
- Must be able to communicate with supervisors and co-workers
- Must be able to see, have depth perception and tell colors for safety reasons and to distinguish between chemicals
- Must have three to six months training or experience, or be capable of learning to perform the essential functions
- Must be able to pass security clearance for designated contracts
- Melwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace
- Pre-employment background checks, including E-Verify, are required for all employment positions
- Melwood has an Affirmative Action Plan in place
Salary : $18
