Janitor

Janitor Position

This position is open to candidates with disabilities who meet AbilityOne program eligibility.

Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission. Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities, and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work.

Why This Role Matters

The Janitor plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and individuals served by Didlake. This position directly supports daily operations by ensuring all assigned areas meet cleanliness, safety, and quality standards while upholding Didlake's mission and values.

What You Will Do

• Independently clean restrooms, offices, break rooms, locker rooms, kitchenettes/pantries, showers, stairwells, corridors, elevators, escalators, and other assigned work areas.
• During inclement weather, must be able to provide proper upkeep by removing snow from walkways, building entrances, and dock ramps, and spreading snow/ice melting chemicals.
• Sweep floors using brooms and mop floors as needed.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies using a vacuum cleaner.
• Dust furniture, equipment, and fixtures.
• Polish metalwork such as fixtures and fittings.
• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, door panels, and sills.
• Empty wastebaskets and transport trash to designated disposal areas.
• Sort and transport recyclable materials to designated recycling areas.
• Replenish restroom supplies as needed.
• Perform work with attention to quality, detail, and consistency.
• Maintain appropriate conduct and professional demeanor in accordance with Didlake policy.
• Follow safety standards and guidelines in the proper use of equipment and cleaning supplies.
• Complete and maintain all required Didlake training.

What You Bring

• A strong commitment to producing quality work.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Professional behavior and reliability.
• Willingness to follow policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED, or six months of previous custodial work experience.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to carry out simple but detailed instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Ability to interact effectively with employees with disabilities.
• Ability to work in environments with narrow, moving, and/or slippery surfaces.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with custodial work.

Why Join Didlake

• Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to inclusion and meaningful employment.
• Work in a supportive, team-focused environment.
• Access to the work site for this position may require a valid Real ID as of May 7th, 2025.

Benefits

• Health coverage for you through Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• A 401 (k) retirement plan with company match
• To help you manage your work and life needs, we offer an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program
• A paid time-off program in which the benefits increase based on your tenure with the company
• A paid sick leave program that begins to accrue upon starting work
• Paid holidays