Janitor Portland

TVW, Inc. is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1967 by Hildah Highbe, a former special needs teacher. Her vision was to provide a program that would enable adults with disabilities to achieve their full potential and make meaningful contributions to society.

Sustainable Cleaning Systems:
Sustainable Cleaning Systems has supported work opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Oregon for 20 years by providing janitorial, hard floor & carpet cleaning positions. We work with more than twenty government-based agencies to provide a full range of janitorial cleaning, carpet extraction, and hard floor services in over 150 facilities including general office, courts, library buildings, police departments, fire buildings, private sector customers and non-profits.

Mon-Fri 6PM-2AM

$18.75 -$19.25 per hour

• 90-100% of medical benefits cost covered by employer for employee based on plan choice after eligibility.
• 100% of dental plan cost covered by employer for employee after eligibility.
• 4% match for 401(k) starting on day 1
• vacation time
• group life insurance

• Independently and with minimal supervision, the Janitor I works as a part of the janitorial crew with a lead janitor.
• They perform day-to-day cleaning and janitorial duties assigned to them and their work areas.
• Ensures quality and safety of self and others in performing assigned duties.

• Must be able to pass criminal background check allowing entry into assigned buildings
• Communication skills.
• Must be able to prioritize and accomplish work tasks ensuring quality work and maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Must be able to prioritize and accomplish work tasks ensuring quality work and maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Physical ability to bend, twist, climbs stairs, stoop, kneel, and reach overhead. Must be able to push/pull up to 50 lbs. and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow instructions
• Physical ability to operate various types of janitorial equipment.

Prior experience in janitorial services is not required.

• Completes assigned work in a timely manner.
• Communicates with Lead Janitor or Supervisor when problem issues arise.
• Fills in as required to ensure adequate coverage is available so that all work is accomplished.
• Ensures that all site janitorial closets are maintained in a neat and orderly manner. They are organized, and clean, all chemicals are properly labeled, and the equipment is in working condition.
• Is aware of SDS books and the information they contain.
• Follows and completes janitorial assignments and checklists for each contract to ensure the highest level of janitorial service is provided.
• Ensures that all work performed meets operational standards with emphasis placed on maintaining consistent quality.
• Attends required janitorial training, and meetings and participates on teams as assigned.
• Monitors supplies usage in order to assure cost-effectiveness.
• Ensures equipment is in working condition.
• Is aware of SDS books and the information they contain
• Fills in for other lead workers, janitors, or custodians as needed to ensure adequate coverage is available and all work is accomplished.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.
• Performs regular daily cleaning duties to high industry standards
• Works under the supervision of a Lead Janitor with or alongside other crew members.
• Follow and Adhere to all TVW Employee Policies and SCS Custodial Rules of Conduct