Lead Worker Custodian
Job Location:
Alexandria, VA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 19 - 19
Posted:
7 September 2026 (10 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
5 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We invite applicants eligible for the AbilityOne Program to Apply. The AbilityOne Program is a federal initiative that offers employment opportunities and services to adults who have a glimpse into why CW might be the right place for you: Mark Center Alexandria VAShift: Sunday 9:30 am through 6:00 pm and M-Th 11:00 am through 7:30 pmWere seeking a Lead Custodian who will actively contribute to the daily upkeep cleanliness and safety of our facility while also serving as a working lead for the custodial this role youll not only perform custodial duties yourself but also guide mentor and support a team primarily made up of adults with disabilities helping them build skills stay motivated and succeed in their Coach & Duties:Teach custodial staff proper cleaning techniques safety procedures and use of encouragement build confidence and help team members develop workplace tasks timelines and performance standards in a way thats easy to team members work give constructive feedback and adjust coaching as custodial staff overcome challenges whether related to tasks communication or workplace team members to take ownership of their responsibilities while offering support when performance progress and any accommodations required to ensure Duties:Clean and disinfect restrooms including sinks toilets mirrors and floors to maintain hygiene mop vacuum and maintain floors in offices halls classrooms and shared trash and recycling bins and transport waste to designated disposal down windows doors walls and glass surfaces to keep the facility looking fresh and restroom and breakroom supplies such as soap toilet paper and paper desks shelves and other surfaces to ensure a tidy entrance areas stairs and elevators to keep them clean safe and and report maintenance issues such as broken lights leaks or other the building by locking and unlocking doors at the beginning and end of cleaning equipment safely including vacuums floor machines and cleaning cleaning products responsibly and follow all safety in the Life of a Lead Custodian:Greet the team and explain the days tasks in clear simple out tools and equipment and make sure everyone knows what to how to do any new tasks and remind the team about alongside the team during the shift and help with cleaning team members new skills and help them work more on progress give quick tips and fix problems as they come an eye on busy areas to make sure they stay clean throughout the sure everyone is using equipment safely and following safety the team finish endofday tasks like trash removal and final away supplies and clean shared tools and with the team about what went well and what they can practice next Youll Need to be Successful:Minimum of 2 years of hands on janitorial experience in commercial industrial educational or government facilities with strong knowledge of cleaning practices and safety operating commercial cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers buffers carpet extractors and power giving instructions and demonstrating cleaning tasks when to stay organized follow daily routines and keep track of supplies or maintenance drivers licenseValid Real IDMust be able to obtain and maintain government base If You Have These Skills:Knowledge of OSHA safety standards chemical handling and proper PPE problemsolving skillssuch as identifying supply shortages or equipment failures and escalating to detail ensuring cleaning meets quality management and task prioritization especially when coordinating multiple cleaning to work independently and prioritize tasks without constant communication skills and a helpful team-oriented Youll Love This Job:Join a team with a purposewe appreciate your hard work and help you build your part of a team that careswe notice your hard work and help you healthy with help from our Wellness Coordinator and wellness upwe offer chances to grow and take on new jobs as you gain a glimpse into why CW might be the right place for you: Our Generous Benefits Package:Employer Paid Benefits Offered: Insurance - Medical & DentalVision - (Voluntary Benefit)TelemedicineRetirement Plan & Match OptionsShort Term DisabilityLife InsurancePaid Holidays & VacationSick TimePhysical & Environmental Demands:Frequent standing walking and bending throughout the and carrying objects up to 50 lbs (e.g. trash bags equipment supply boxes).Pushing and pulling heavy items like carts vacuums or floor the same movementsmopping scrubbing wiping ladders or stairs to reach high places or change light or crouching to clean low or hard-to-reach your hands to handle tools keys or small repair around cleaning chemicals (with proper safety gear and fresh air).Being in hot cold or stuffy areas depending on the part of the loud sounds from vacuums or floor your step on wet or slippery floorssturdy shoes are a with dust smells or biohazards in places like restrooms or medical work in all weather conditions (e.g. snow removal sweeping walkways).Working alone or in isolated areas sometimes during accommodations can be Core Values: Mission Driven Teamwork Makes Us Stronger & Everyone Brings Value!We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications merit and business needs without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability genetic information veteran or military status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local Overview: CW Resources a part of CW Group is a national non-profit organization that has been delivering mission-driven high-quality services for more than 60 years. We are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions. Were proud to offer a wide range of services from vocational rehabilitation programs to delivering healthy food options through the Meals on Wheels program. Our dedication to empowering individuals and strengthening communities drives everything we do and we continue to work toward a brighter more welcoming future for Transparency Disclaimer: We are committed to pay transparency. Compensation for this role is determined in good faith and based on jobrelated factors such as skills experience education and internal equity in accordance with applicable law. Employees and applicants may request additional compensation information as permitted by and paste the link below into your web browser to view the posters pertaining to:Notification of Employee Rights Under Federal Labor Laws posters: Self - Disclosure Form: E-mail: submit a request for accommodation with the application process.
Required Experience:
IC