Custodian

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a candidate to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.
• Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.
• Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Vacuum, steam-clean, or shampoo carpets.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Notify Supervisor or Leads concerning the need for major repairs.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Clean and restore building interiors damaged by coffee stains, dust, fingerprint or water, using commercial cleaning equipment.
• May drive light vehicles required to perform custodial duties i.e. trucks, electric cars and gators.
• Follow procedures for the safe and effective use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies manually or with hand cart.
• Assist other maintenance sections with personnel and equipment for special projects or during emergency periods.
• Escort un-badged or subcontract personnel while they perform other functions in the compound.
• Maintain a “line-of-sight” of all individuals being escorted.
• Assist with ensuring site facilities are secure and in accordance with Compound security requirements and assist security operations personnel with facility security alarm inspections and key/lock control, if requested.
• Direct the un-cleared individual(s), during an emergency, to the proper assembly area based on the Compound’s emergency action plan.
• Will not leave the un-cleared individual that is being escorted until the Escort has either been relieved by another Escort or by an individual that understands all the responsibilities of being an Escort (e.g. Armed Guard, Security Officer, etc.).
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in performing cleaning duties in an office and or residential facility.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and able to travel internationally.
• Passport should be valid for at least one (1) year at the time of hire.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous work experience in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Excellent organizational, time management and customer service skills.
• Valid country driver's license.
• Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).
• Experience in operating commercial floor scrubbing and polishing machines to include carpet cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of principles and process involved in supporting custodial functions at an overseas facility.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to the job.