Janitor; 2nd Shift

Colonna's Shipyard, Inc. is seeking a Janitor to support operations in our Maintenance Department on 2nd Shift in Norfolk, VA.

• Shift: 2nd shift (Mon‑Fri, 3:00 pm–11:30 pm; subject to change based on work needs)

• Maintain quality of work and customer satisfaction.
• Respond to customer requests according to established procedures or refer to supervisor.
• Cleans all spills promptly.
• Cleaning to include sweeping, shoveling, mopping, scrubbing, and/or raking of ships, bulkheads, compartments, tanks, facilities, dry docks, railways, parking areas, and buildings using industrial vacuums, brooms, shovels, power machines, etc.
• Perform cleaning services using proper equipment and supplies and follow procedures for safe use and operation.
• Perform basic cleaning, such as vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, and trash removal of the main office building and all other designated office spaces, to include break room areas, hallways and stairs.
• Moving of furniture, cabinets, boxes, and equipment.
• Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, windows, walls and glass.
• Clean facilities, restrooms, common areas, cafeterias, and fill all dispensers.
• Trash collection and transport including:
  • Lift and carry trash, steel, scrap, steel, palettes, wood scraps, and all other trash to proper containers.
• Use ladders and JLG’s to dust, wash and/or clean fixtures, ceilings, overheads, etc.
• Notify management concerning need for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
• Maintain all floors, i.e., stripping, refinishing and maintenance of various floor types and surfaces.
• Complete all assignments as scheduled / work independently to complete tasks and responsibilities.
• Maintain equipment in good working condition and return it to the proper storage location after use.
• May monitor inventory and supply areas and order stock and/or notify supervisor of supplies needed.
• Maintain grounds and sidewalks to include:
  • May sweep walks, rake leaves, cut grass, remove snow or perform incidental seasonal tasks.
  • Stain removal of sidewalks, rugs, drapes, walls, decks, and floors using chemicals and cleaning solutions.
• Wear personal protective equipment—hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots/shoes and, when necessary, respirator.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two (2) years of experience in building maintenance, including experience cleaning floors.
• Must be able to operate various floor cleaning equipment.
• Must be able to work effectively with others and be a steady, reliable worker.
• Must be able to work evening hours: 2nd and 3rd shift.
• Must be able to follow instructions on labels for proper and safe use of chemicals, supplies and equipment.
• Must be able to follow structured processes and procedures, and to learn to use specialized departmental equipment, including that used in custodial services such as scrubbers and buffers.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and respond to questions and requests from customers and others, including ability to identify and report product and equipment needs.
• Must have human relations skills to build effective working relationships.
• Must be able to manage and accurately track material resources and time and adapt to changing work priorities.
• Must have regular, reliable attendance.

• Minimal Travel; 10% or less.

• Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs.
• Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.
• Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions.
• Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
• Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts & man‑lifts.
• While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel;…