Custodial Worker

1 month ago


McLean, Virginia, United States Air Combat Command Full time
Custodial Worker Job Summary

This is an entry-level position with the Air Combat Command, responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the Langley Inn on Langley AFB, VA. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of cleaning tasks, including cleaning guest rooms, corridors, stairways, facilities, and other assigned lodging areas.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Cleans lodging guest rooms, corridors, stairways, facilities, and other assigned lodging areas.
  • Sweeps, dry mops, scrubs, waxes, and polishes floors using brooms, mops, lightweight vacuum cleaners, and lightweight floor scrubbers and buffers.
  • Dusts, waxes, and polishes furniture.
  • Cleans and sanitizes guest room appliances, cooking utensils, and dishes.
  • Empties wastebaskets.
  • Polishes door knobs and other metal fixtures.
  • Washes walls, windows, and blinds that can be reached unassisted or using stepping stools.
  • Makes beds and changes linen.
  • Collects soiled linen and places it at a pickup point.
  • Receives clean linen and delivers it where directed.
  • Using the telephone system updates room status, occupancy, and checkouts.
  • Cleans, disinfects, and deodorizes lavatories, urinals, and toilet bowls.
  • Cleans mirrors, sinks, and water fountains.
  • Dusts ledges, woodwork, and furniture.
  • Replaces deodorizers, toilet tissue, hand towels, soap, and other complimentary sundry items.
  • Notes condition of facilities and reports to supervisor broken windows, water leaks, clogged drains, and other conditions requiring maintenance.
  • Keeps a stock of cleaning materials and equipment needed to do the work.
  • Advises supervisor when more materials are needed or when equipment needs repair or replacement.

Working Conditions:
The work involves light physical effort, such as that involved in using vacuum cleaners and dry mops; running lightweight powered scrubbers and buffers; continually standing, bending, stooping, and reaching; frequently lifting and emptying wastebaskets; frequently pushing carts that may weigh up to 100 pounds, loaded with dirty laundry or wastepaper; occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 20 pounds. The work is usually performed indoors in a well-lighted and heated facility but may occasionally be performed outdoors. The employee is exposed to dirt, disagreeable odors, and the possibility of minor injuries (cuts and bruises).