Janitor (NWS 00897)

Janitor (NWS 00897)

North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science, technology, and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customer's mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physical, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Successful candidates will be employees of NWS, a premier government contractor charged with employing highly motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore, CA. Though employed by NWS, the employee will take day-to-day directions from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. Pay, benefits, Human Resource, and Employment Management functions are provided by NWS.

The Operations and Business Directorate has an opening for a Custodian to perform custodial tasks within the Laboratory’s facilities. Due to the unique hazards at the Laboratory, the successful candidate must complete site-specific safety training and adhere to all safety and security requirements. These positions are for day shift and are in the Facility Site Services Division of the Infrastructure Engineering and Operations Department. This position may require work at Site 300 located in Tracy, California. This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

Essential Duties
- Perform routine custodial tasks inside and outside buildings, which include sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, sanitizing restrooms and kitchens, removing trash, and replenishing supplies.
- Apply skills and knowledge of equipment and supplies applicable to vacuums, brooms, mops, and cleaning products.
- Provide good customer service and effectively communicate with all levels of personnel.
- Request and stock supplies and maintain custodian closets in a clean, organized, and safe manner.
- Maintain custodial equipment in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
- Ensure proper labeling, dilution, and use of chemicals.
- Apply environmental, safety and health requirements in daily tasks.
- Maintain compliance with institutional and job-specific required training.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Experience in cleaning tasks, such as, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, removing trash and sanitizing restrooms and kitchens.
- Experience utilizing and operating equipment and cleaning chemicals associated with custodial work and the ability to complete job-specific training.
- Ability to work on a variety of custodial assignments in all types of environments (office, commercial/industrial, shops, and laboratories), including inside and outside of buildings.
- Ability to identify, understand, and adhere to written instructions, facility signage, and health, safety, and security regulations.
- Experience multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment adhering to assigned task schedules and demonstrated flexibility and willingness to accept change of assignment, start time, shift, and the ability to work overtime to accomplish goals.
- Demonstrated ability to meet the demands of the work schedule, including the ability to get to assigned work locations within the Laboratory.
- Demonstrated integrity and customer service skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as a team member.
- Possess basic knowledge of computers to complete timekeeping and online training.

Special Requirements
Pre-Placement Medical Exam: A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
Pre-employment drug test: External applicants selected for this position will be required to pass a post offer, pre-employment drug test.
Anticipated Government Clearance Level: Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. In addition, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country), you may be required to renounce your non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline 1-208-528-8714 for assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.