Janitor, Maintenance​/Cleaning, Cleaning Services

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This position is located in Baltimore, MD. The core working hours are 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, M-F. The hourly wage is $16.80.

This position requires that the employee successfully complete a criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. This position is set aside for a person with a disability. Proof of disability is required (individuals without a disability may also apply).

Under the supervision of the Custodial Foreman, performs cleaning tasks to meet custodial contract specifications.

• Sweep and mop hallways, stairs and offices.
• Empty wastebaskets and dispose of 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.
• All other duties assigned by the Custodial Foreman.

The incumbent must be able to stand 80% of the work time, walk 15%, and sit 5%. Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds to clean work areas and handle supplies and equipment. Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach and handle. 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 distinguish colors for safety reasons and to identify chemicals.

Three to six months of training or experience, or ability to learn 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.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Individual and Family Services

Melwood encourages applications from all qualified individuals. This posting may include related roles and opportunities.