A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
Custodial Worker City of Virginia Beach - 3.7 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time $36,940.80 - $57,574.40 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Parental leave Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Interior window cleaning Furniture dusting Removing debris Floor polishers Fixture cleaning Moving Ladder use Company vehicle operation Driver's License Middle school education Tile flooring Carpet vacuuming Industrial equipment Event setup Carpet extractors Restroom cleaning Furniture polish Entry level Floor waxing Waste transport
Full Job Description Job Posting End Date:
September 15, 2026
Department :
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Compensation Grade :
G16
Compensation Range & Starting Salary :
Pay Range:
G16 $36,940.80 - $57,574.40 Starting salary - Minimum of the Pay Range. Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime) :
No Scheduled Weekly Hours :
40
About Us :
Recognized as one of America's Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.
Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications :
Come join the City of Virginia Beach Facilities team as a Custodial Worker! We are looking for a dependable, hardworking individual who takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming City facilities. This position performs a variety of custodial, and facility support duties and is ideal for someone who can work independently, manage daily responsibilities, and provide quality service to City employees and visitors.
Duties include:
Clean assigned areas daily and ensure facilities are maintained according to established cleanliness standards. Promptly address cleaning or maintenance concerns identified through inspections or by supervisors. Work cooperatively and respectfully with coworkers, supervisors, City employees, and facility users. Drive a City-owned vehicle to deliver custodial supplies and materials to various facilities. Lift, carry, and move supplies, equipment, and materials weighing 50 pounds or more. Vacuum and extract carpets using industrial cleaning equipment to remove dirt, debris, and stains. Clean, buff, strip, and wax resilient flooring, including terrazzo, vinyl composition tile (VCT), ceramic tile, and similar surfaces. Duties include sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing. Dust furniture, file cabinets, shelves, woodwork, and other surfaces. Clean windows, windowsills, blinds, and similar areas. Empty trash and recycling containers and transport materials to designated outside receptacles or dumpsters. Clean and disinfect restroom fixtures, walls, and floors to maintain sanitary conditions and control odors. Polish furniture, brass, and other surfaces as appropriate. Clean vents, light fixtures, and other elevated areas, which may require the use of a ladder. Open and unlock City buildings prior to normal working hours as assigned. Set up meeting rooms and other areas and ensure spaces are properly prepared for scheduled meetings and events. The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.
Additional requirements:
DMV Transcript:
Yes CDL:
No Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse:
No CPS Check:
No Physical:
No Respirator:
No Psychological Screening:
No Polygraph:
No At Will:
No Minimum Requirements :
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires completion of a standard grade school course or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with such positions as janitor, custodian, or custodial worker. May require a current and valid driver's license.
Special Requirements:
All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.
Skills :
Working Conditions :
Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City's business. The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.
Official Job Descriptions:
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E VRS Contribution :
All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace :
The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Statement:
The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.
