Facilities and Custodial Technician

Facilities and Custodial Technician

Hourly, On Site, Chantilly, Virginia

Summary
For more than two decades, FoodChain ID has been at the forefront of the New Food industry, providing expertise worldwide to navigate the requirements of an ever-growing demand for higher levels of transparency, accountability, safety and sustainability. Our technical and business services support food safety, certification, testing, inspection, regulatory compliance and sustainability across the food chain. Today, more than 30,000 companies in over 100 countries rely on our industry-leading solutions. The FoodChain ID vision encompasses nothing less than assuring the safety, transparency and integrity of the global food chain, one client and product at a time.

The Facilities and Custodial Technician (Full-Time) is the hands-on owner of a clean, safe, and professional workplace for FoodChain ID Testing. This role combines daily facility care with light maintenance, troubleshooting, vendor coordination, and practical improvement of laboratory, office, common, and exterior-entry areas.

Responsibilities

Works under the supervision of the Director of Operations or designated manager.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Clean and disinfect restrooms, break areas, offices, corridors, entryways, sample receiving areas, and other assigned spaces each day.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, clean glass, remove trash and recycle materials, and maintain floors and surfaces in a clean condition.
• Restock restroom, breakroom, and cleaning supplies; report inventory needs before supplies are depleted.
• Maintain cleaning schedules, checklists, maintenance logs, and supply records; respond promptly to spills, leaks, and facility needs.
• Inspect building areas routinely and report safety concerns, leaks, damage, pest activity, or repair needs to management.
• Perform routine light replacement using approved access equipment and safe work practices.
• Perform routine light plumbing tasks, including faucet components and minor clogs; report conditions needing a licensed plumber.
• Complete minor repairs to doors, hardware, furniture, fixtures, wall finishes, and other building components within training and authorization.
• Maintain basic tools, cleaning equipment, ladders, and supplies in safe working conditions.
• Identify practical opportunities to improve facility appearance, organization, and reliability, and bring solutions to management.
• Coordinate qualified vendors for repairs outside the role's authorized scope, schedule access, follow work through to completion, and communicate status and unresolved issues to management.
• Follow laboratory safety rules, cleaning-product label requirements, Safety Data Sheet requirements, and personal protective equipment requirements.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

One to three years of commercial cleaning, custodial, building maintenance, or comparable experience preferred. Experience using hand tools and completing routine building repairs is preferred. Experience in a laboratory, healthcare, food, manufacturing, or other controlled environment is a plus.

Interpersonal / Communication Skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work consistently.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, cleaning schedules, and safety procedures.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to prioritize daily work and urgent needs.
• Professional communication with laboratory staff, visitors, contractors, and management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Technology Literacy

Basic computer and mobile-device skills required; ability to use email, work-order, checklist, and inventory systems as assigned.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for extended periods; use hands and wrists for repetitive tasks; lift, carry, push, or move supplies, equipment, and materials generally up to 50 pounds; and safely use step stools and ladders as authorized.

Work Environment

This position operates in a laboratory, office, warehouse, and exterior-entry environment. The employee may occasionally be exposed to cleaning products, chemicals, biological materials, airborne particles, wet floors, and changing temperatures. Appropriate safety procedures and personal protective equipment will be required.

What Success Looks Like

• Laboratory, office, and common areas are clean, safe, stocked, and ready for staff and visitors each day.
• Routine spills, leaks, lighting, plumbing, and facility issues are addressed promptly or escalated with clear follow-through.
• Cleaning supplies, tools, and basic maintenance materials are organized, available, and safely maintained.
• Staff experience a professional workplace and receive timely communication about facility work affecting their areas.

EEO Statement

FoodChain ID, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to protected status under applicable law.