Janitor - Andros Island, The Bahamas

This job is located on Andros Island in the Bahamas.

Relocation assistance is available, and no cost housing is provided for single occupancy.

This job is located on the white sandy beaches of Andros Island, a Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Atlantic Undersea Test & Evaluation Center (AUTEC) is Arcata's newest partnership. AUTEC provides research, development, test and evaluation, engineering, analysis, and assessment, and fleet support capabilities for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and defensive undersea weapon systems, and stewards existing and emerging technologies in support of undersea warfare for the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport.

The CCB Janitor and General Maintenance worker is responsible for the overall janitorial and general maintenance support of a restricted access building and associated annex that includes approximately 46,000 square feet of administrative/technical support spaces. In addition, the CCB Janitor and General Maintenance worker will provide escort for tradesmen who do not have security access to the building. The CCB Janitor and General Maintenance position is accountable to the Test Operations Manager on the AUTEC project.

Responsibilities:

• Adherence to OSHA janitorial industry standards including proper training, wearing of PPE, controlling hazardous substances, and Code of Safe Practices
• Maintain and utilize the facility's Janitorial Safety Manual including Material Safety Data Sheets
• General cleaning and maintenance of common areas, conference spaces, and multi-use offices including mopping and sweeping of floors, vacuuming and cleaning of carpet and upholstery, identifying repair/replacement needs, dusting, polishing, and buffing
• Clean and maintain employee break room including refrigerators, coffee makers, and microwaves
• Clean, disinfect, and stock restrooms IAW standards for commercial spaces
• Clean up spills with appropriate equipment
• Perform minor repairs including fixing doors, floors, woodwork, and walls, painting, replacing lightbulbs and filters, and use of common hand and small electric power tools
• Notify manager of major repairs
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclable materials, clean bins, replace liners, and utilize an industrial incinerator
• Complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Keep cleaning supplies in stock and maintain clean and organized janitor closets IAW hazardous materials compliance
• Provide escort of tradesmen when required
• Provide back-up janitorial and general maintenance support at the Range Support Shop complex as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• One (1) year related experience; preferred
• Familiarity with OSHA industry standards including proper training, wearing of PPE, and control of hazardous substances; preferred
• Complete on-line training for janitorial safety (such as ) within one (1) month of hire; required.
• Must be able to obtain Industrial Incinerator certificate within three (3) months of hire; required
• Must be able to obtain Forklift Operator's license within six (6) months of hire; required
• Proficient in reading and understanding basic schematics and possess basic math skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products with emphasis on Word and Excel
• Ability to manage work time efficiently and independently
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds, climb a step ladder, and climb one flight of stairs
• Must be able to access high reach areas by ladder, climb in and out of utility trenches, and on occasion, confined spaces
• Able to use common hand and small electric power tools
• Able to work safety with a variety of cleaning supplies
• Able to use basic cleaning equipment including floor buffer
• This position requires the individual to be eligible to obtain a US Government security clearance; US Citizenship is required
• Must be able to reside in remote location with limited medical facilities.
• A valid US Passport and Driver's License is required.

Arcata Associates is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.