PORTCO, Inc is a non-stock, non-profit, 501(C) (3) corporation located in Suffolk, Virginia. PORTCO was founded in 1991 as an Employment Service Organization to provide transitional, supported employment and vocational services to individuals with disabilities who could not otherwise find and maintain competitive employment on their own.Manual labor associated with the daily cleaning of buildings. Employees in this job classification are under immediate supervision and perform various duties requiring moderate physical strength (able to lift 25 pounds). Typical duties may include some or all of the following: dust mopping, sweeping, wet mopping, dusting, cleaning restrooms, removing trash, polishing furniture, high dusting, vacuuming and simple operation of basic mechanical cleaning equipment.

Under general direction, clean and maintain all carpeted and hard surfaces in the facility, performs preventative maintenance on special floor equipment.

Specific Responsibilities:

Obtain necessary cleaning supplies
Identify personal protective gear necessary for task assigned
Strip, wax and buff floors according to contract schedule
Perform carpet extraction and cleaning according to contract schedule
Ensure floors maintain a clean appearance at all times
Ensure spot cleaning is done on carpets within 24 hours of initial request
Maintain minimum contract standards at all times
Spot Clean upon request of building manager, inspector and/or PORTCO Supervisor.
On occasion, assist with other janitorial duties.

Accountable for:

Timely completion and accuracy of all work.
Working closely and harmoniously with other employees.
Adherence to contract requirements, company policies, and all safety and health regulations.
Police public areas; dust mop, sweep, wet mop, spray-buff floors; requires use of power equipment; vacuum and spot clean rugs and carpets; strip and wax floors; shampoo/steam carpet.
Punctual attendance.

Flexible Work Schedule Monday - Sunday 5pm - 10:30pm (Days and Hours Vary)Northern Virginia Region Work Hours/Location:

Work Hours:
Work Locations:

Work Conditions/ Environment :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work is performed mostly indoors.
Subject to hazards associated with working in a health care environment that may cause personal bodily harm; diseases, cuts, bruises, burns, common colds, influenza, dust, odors, and elevated noise levels.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential and non-essential functions.

Authorities and Limitations of Authority:

As assigned.

Job Requirements, Mandatory:

Thorough knowledge of modern housekeeping practices, procedures, systems, and equipment.
Thorough knowledge of safety practices as related to work.
Thorough knowledge of health service techniques and practices.
Thorough knowledge of contracts and compliance issues.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, hospital staff, and government officials.
Ability to follow directions, understand work rules and procedures. Ability to accept constructive criticism.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Job Requirements, Preferred:

High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent preferred.
Prior cleaning or janitorial experience
Completion of Background check
Completion of on-the-job training.
Resilient to noise.
Physically agile.
Excellent communication skills.

PORTCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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