City of Alexandria, VA
City of Alexandria, VA is hiring: Custodian in Alexandria
City of Alexandria, VA, Alexandria, VA, US, 22350
Salary : $32,766.50 - $52,299.78 Annually
Location : Alexandria, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00130
Department: Recreation Parks & Cultural Activities
Division: PARK OPERATIONS
Opening Date: 09/18/2025
Closing Date: 10/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Labor & Trades
Custodian/GS 03
Full Time Position
"Preserving the Past, while Innovating our Future"
Overview
A Custodian performs routine manual tasks involving the custodial care and cleaning of public buildings. This work includes performing cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in an assigned building or building area. Primary responsibilities are to use proper methods, materials and equipment in cleaning and attending to the neatness and sanitation of buildings and/or equipment. An employee in this class works under close supervision, and activities follow a well-established routine.
The Opportunity:
What You Should Bring
Each member of our team is accountable for the outstanding delivery of services to the community. You will bring your expertise and experience in custodial care and knowledge of Green Seal cleaning standards and building inspections. You will share your passion and provide support and assistance to the Community. You will have the support of and work under the direction of the Building Coordinator.
About the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities
The mission of the department of is to enrich the City of Alexandria by creating meaningful experiences through public spaces, cultural activities, and programming. The Department's vision is to improve the well-being of every person in our community by connecting them to each other and their environment. The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). National accreditation requires park and recreation agencies to meet 155 standards representing elements of effective and efficient park and recreation operations.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
High School Diploma or GED; some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment; ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of surfaces; ability to follow simple oral and written instructions; ability to operate powered automatic scrubbers, buffers, and sweepers as required; ability to work safely without hazard to self and/or others; and sufficient physical strength to withstand the strain of working long hours in performing cleaning work. Must possess a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years prior experience in janitorial or related custodial work; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Prior training in the following areas: Green Seal Cleaning Standards; Bloodborne Pathogens; First Aid and CPR.
Notes
This position requires successful completion of a criminal records background check, child abuse and child neglect screening and drug screening prior to employment.
We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!
The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at
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This posting is a promotional opportunity for current City employees or others who have worked with the City through a temporary contractor agency. Have you worked for the City in either of these capacities?
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2. Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
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Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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What level of experience do you have in janitorial or related custodial work?
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Do you have experience with the Green Seal Cleaning Standards?
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Have you taken a Bloodborne Pathogens course?
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Are you First Aid & CPR certified?
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Are you able to operate a variety of motorized and non-motorized cleaning equipment?
Required Question
Location : Alexandria, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00130
Department: Recreation Parks & Cultural Activities
Division: PARK OPERATIONS
Opening Date: 09/18/2025
Closing Date: 10/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Labor & Trades
Custodian/GS 03
Full Time Position
"Preserving the Past, while Innovating our Future"
Overview
A Custodian performs routine manual tasks involving the custodial care and cleaning of public buildings. This work includes performing cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in an assigned building or building area. Primary responsibilities are to use proper methods, materials and equipment in cleaning and attending to the neatness and sanitation of buildings and/or equipment. An employee in this class works under close supervision, and activities follow a well-established routine.
The Opportunity:
- Cleans, sanitizes and deodorizes restrooms and replenishes supplies.
- Dusts and cleans offices and polishes furniture.
- Empties waste cans; Returns trash bins to the appropriate area after trash pickup.
- Loads and unloads large shipments of supplies.
- Maintains a variety of cleaning equipment.
- Maintains immediate outdoor areas by removing debris, leaves, snow and salts sidewalks, operates small leaf and snow blowers
- Performs minor maintenance and repairs
- Prepares rooms for meetings; helps move office and building furniture and equipment.
- Replaces light bulbs, cleans and polishes brass, and unstops lavatories.
- Reports damaged fixtures, supply needs, more difficult and major repairs.
- Serves as an ambassador for exceptional customer experiences, interactions and services for customers and fellow employees.
- Sweeps, mops, scrubs, buffs, and waxes floors.
- Performs related work as required.
What You Should Bring
Each member of our team is accountable for the outstanding delivery of services to the community. You will bring your expertise and experience in custodial care and knowledge of Green Seal cleaning standards and building inspections. You will share your passion and provide support and assistance to the Community. You will have the support of and work under the direction of the Building Coordinator.
About the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities
The mission of the department of is to enrich the City of Alexandria by creating meaningful experiences through public spaces, cultural activities, and programming. The Department's vision is to improve the well-being of every person in our community by connecting them to each other and their environment. The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). National accreditation requires park and recreation agencies to meet 155 standards representing elements of effective and efficient park and recreation operations.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
High School Diploma or GED; some knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment; ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials for different types of surfaces; ability to follow simple oral and written instructions; ability to operate powered automatic scrubbers, buffers, and sweepers as required; ability to work safely without hazard to self and/or others; and sufficient physical strength to withstand the strain of working long hours in performing cleaning work. Must possess a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years prior experience in janitorial or related custodial work; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Prior training in the following areas: Green Seal Cleaning Standards; Bloodborne Pathogens; First Aid and CPR.
Notes
This position requires successful completion of a criminal records background check, child abuse and child neglect screening and drug screening prior to employment.
We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!
The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at
01
This posting is a promotional opportunity for current City employees or others who have worked with the City through a temporary contractor agency. Have you worked for the City in either of these capacities?
- Yes
- No
02
2. Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
04
What level of experience do you have in janitorial or related custodial work?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have experience with the Green Seal Cleaning Standards?
- Yes
- No
06
Have you taken a Bloodborne Pathogens course?
- Yes
- No
07
Are you First Aid & CPR certified?
- Yes
- No
08
Are you able to operate a variety of motorized and non-motorized cleaning equipment?
- Yes
- No
Required Question