Janitor

Janitor Position

The Janitor will provide support to the US Army Corps of Engineers – St. Louis District facilities by providing various cleaning services to include but not be limited to floor care, dusting, restroom services, window/glass cleaning, and garbage/recyclable removal. Must be able to utilize cleaning products, chemicals, vacuums, mops, wringers, dust tools, and floor machines. Position contingent upon award of contract.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The employee must follow all rules and regulations related to entering and leaving the building
• Must be physically able to do their assigned work
• Must follow all security, OPSEC, and safety rules and regulations
• The employee will need to maintain regular communication with Project Manager via phone, text, or email
• The employee will be required to fill out and submit a service ticket for each day's work to the Project Manager as well as update the restroom cleaning chart as needed
• Follow established procedure methods for handling and mixing chemicals
• The employee must adhere to the contractual cleaning schedule and provide adequate documentation for each task on the service tickets
• Will be responsible for tracking supply inventory and notifying Project Manager when items need to be re-stocked prior to running out
• Will keep janitor closet clean, organized, and odor free
• Perform the following tasks at industry best practices:
• Remove trash and recyclables
• Sweep/dust/and damp mop floors
• Vacuum all carpet floors
• Interior glass and window cleaning, including mirrors, Plexi-glass, frames
• Semi-annual exterior window/frame cleaning
• Annual floor stripping, sealing, polishing, and waxing
• Monthly spot wax and spray buff as needed
• Annual carpet cleaning/steaming
• Sweep/clean/wash entry staircases and entryway
• Maintain and clean entryway rugs and floor underneath
• Dusting; high and low
• Clean drinking fountains
• Service and clean restrooms, wall tile, walls, dividers, fixtures and hard water deposit
• Tile and grout cleaning
• Restock toilet paper, hand soap, hand sanitizer, paper towels, trash bags, etc.
• Cleaning the following: Light fixtures; ventilation grills, louvers and vents; break area
• Perform general litter patrol around exterior office buildings, remove man-made debris and dispose of trash in dumpsters

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1 year experience in custodial work that applies particular knowledge and skills to perform the position
• Must be able to pass a background check

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Organized and detail orientated
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must be self-motivated, proactive, and able to work alone with minimal guidance
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Demonstrates good customer relationship skills
• Must be dependable and punctual

Working Conditions/Working Environment/Physical Demands

• The work environment characteristics described in the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• For extended periods of time may be required to stand or walk; push or pull heavy equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing as required
• Work will be performed primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor tasks
• Able to work outside and exposed to weather for a minimum period

Advancia Government Services is an equal opportunity employer. Advancia Government Services does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.