Janitor, Maintenance​/Cleaning, Cleaning Services

Career Opportunities with SOME (So Others Might Eat)

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Career Opportunities - SOME (So Others Might Eat)

Thank you for your interest in working for SOME (So Others Might Eat)

As a faith-inspired organization, SOME was founded and built upon the belief in dignity and respect for all people. We all are worthy of it and responsible for it. Appreciation for our shared humanity and sense of community has been a central feature of our mission for over 50 years. This is the call to action that SOME represents: to serve, empower and elevate all members of our community.

As champions of our mission, we commit to creating an environment that welcomes and celebrates the diverse array of employees and clients we engage with every day.

We strive to be bold in our work, knowing that to drive meaningful change, we must not shy away from discomfort.

We reject all forms of individual and systemic discrimination, work actively to eliminate the abuse of privilege and power, and seek justice and equity for allwe encounter.

Below are the current positions that are available. Please take a few moments to explore our website to learn more about us before applying.

Review the vacancy announcements and follow the specific instructions indicated.

If you do not have a resume, it is recommended that you devise one.

All positions require a criminal background check, and some positions require other pre-employment screenings such as substance abuse tests, child abuse registry check, & FBI check. All positions require three professional references, preferably from supervisors. Most positions require a two-tier interview process. Copies of required credentials will be requested upon job offer.

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at online accommodations .

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC, helping them break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them.

Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living-wage employment, and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly range for this position is $18.40 - $19.49 and is commensurate with experience.

The Janitor keeps buildings in a clean and orderly condition. The Janitor performs heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Duties may include performing routine maintenance activities, notifying management of the need for repairs, and cleaning snow or debris from the sidewalk.

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (40 hours per week)

Some High School education; 1+ years of janitorial experience; work in a residential setting is helpful.

• Maintain the overall cleanliness of the apartment building, common, and amenity areas
• Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors; clean restrooms
• Maintain curb appeal by ensuring trash is removed from the property
• Take out the trash from common areas and other designated locations
• Clean and sanitize surfaces in all common areas
• Deep clean common space, resident kitchens monthly, and bathrooms quarterly
• Informs the manager of any building safety or maintenance concerns

• Must commit to service excellence with a friendly and positive attitude
• Maintain a professional appearance and friendly attitude toward residents and community staff while maintaining required boundaries
• Able to keep up with the physical demands of being on your feet and walking for much of the day
• Exceptional attention to detail and quality
• Ability to take direction, work productively on one’s own, and adhere to a schedule
• Must be able to complete the cleaning duties checklist daily

Property Manager

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing before or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of…