Lead Custodian

Lead Custodian Location: Spokane, Washington (Federal Building and U.S. Post Office) Type: Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Full-Time | M-F, Day Shift (6:00 am - 2:30 pm) Compensation: $20.35 - $20.35/hour Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance $5.09/hour Health and Welfare Benefit Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care 11 paid federal holidays, 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave Potential shared earning bonus Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities Verizon wireless discount Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and engaging wellness program Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees Responsibilities Lead by example while performing daily custodial duties alongside the custodial team. Assign, coordinate, and monitor daily work assignments to ensure all contract requirements are completed on schedule and meet quality standards. Train, coach, and support custodial employees on proper cleaning techniques, equipment operation, safety procedures, and contract expectations. Inspect completed work to ensure cleanliness, quality, and compliance with contract standards, addressing deficiencies as needed. Follow and promote all safety policies, procedures, and industrial safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment. Communicate professionally and courteously with customers, federal employees, building occupants, visitors, and management. Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies following cross‑contamination prevention procedures. Sweep, vacuum, dust, wet mop, and maintain offices, courtrooms, hallways, stairwells, lobbies, entrances, elevators, and other assigned areas according to contract standards. Clean interior glass, doors, partitions, furniture, fixtures, and other high‑touch surfaces to maintain a clean and professional appearance. Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash and recyclable materials throughout the facility. Operate and maintain custodial equipment and cleaning tools safely and effectively. Maintain janitorial closets and storage areas clean, organized, and compliant, ensuring equipment is cleaned and properly stored after each use. Monitor cleaning supplies and notify management when replenishment or replacement is needed. Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, security issues, or facility damage to management promptly. Ensure assigned areas are properly secured by locking doors and following all facility security procedures upon completion of assigned work. Complete required documentation and communicate work status, concerns, or operational updates to management. Foster a positive, respectful, and team‑oriented work environment while supporting company values and delivering exceptional customer service. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. 0–3 years of previous custodian or janitorial experience preferred; combination of experience and education will be considered. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties. Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking; standing or sitting for several hours, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required. Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods. Requirements A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance. Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID‑compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative (U.S. passport or military ID); you must obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E‑Verify will be conducted. Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tessera