JANITOR (DA) - 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

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 $19.03
• 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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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