AM Lead | Janitorial Services | Mt. Home AFB, ID

About the role

This position is scheduled to begin in August 2026.

Job Summary

The Custodial/Janitorial Lead Worker plays a critical role in the daily operations of the custodial services contract at Mountain Home AFB. This position is responsible for performing janitorial duties at the highest standard while actively leading, directing, and supporting the custodial team on assigned shifts. The Lead Worker serves as the on-site point of accountability in the absence of the Project Manager or when shift coverage requires independent decision-making, and must be prepared to assume supervisory responsibilities at any time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site lead during assigned shift, acting as the point of accountability for team performance, conduct, and task completion.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities when the Project Manager is unavailable or shift coverage requires independent oversight.
• Maintain team assignments and work schedules; redistribute tasks as needed to ensure all contractual obligations are met.
• Provide training to new and existing custodial staff on janitorial best practices, safety procedures, and contract-specific standards.
• Complete quality control checklists accurately and on schedule; escalate deficiencies to the Project Manager promptly.
• Maintain cleaning supply inventory and ensure proper use, care, and storage of all cleaning materials, equipment, and tools.
• Handle minor equipment maintenance and promptly report major repairs to the Project Manager.
• Able to perform all janitorial duties outlined in the PWS to the same standard expected of the custodial team, including restroom cleaning, floor care, trash removal, dusting, sanitizing surfaces, and high dusting up to 10 feet.
• Complete daily tasks on work schedules and ensure the team completes all assigned work within the shift window.
• Communicate effectively with leadership regarding shift operations, team issues, quality concerns, and supply needs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Experience and Skills

• Experience Desirable: 2-3 years of janitorial or custodial experience preferred. Prior experience in a lead, team lead, or working supervisor role strongly preferred. Experience in a government facility or federal contract environment a plus.

Qualifications

• Mission driven, guided by core values and a pleasure to work with.
• Must maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license and clean MVR to operate Tommy Nobis Center (TNC) vehicles.
• Required to pass TNC drug screen and background check as well as a government background screening.
• Must be able to satisfy all security requirements for base access at Mountain Home AFB.
• Complete required annual training on child abuse prevention, identification, and reporting.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Flexible scheduling may be required; this position includes AM and PM shift assignments.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Immunizations

All employees assigned to the Child Development Center (CDC) and/or Youth Activity Center must be free of communicable diseases, including tuberculosis, prior to entering either facility. A negative TB test report from the Health Department or a primary care physician and a current immunization record are required annually.

Special Skills/Abilities

• Interpersonal: Ability to work cooperatively with teammates, supervisors, and base personnel. Comfortable directing the work of others in a professional, respectful manner.
• Written Communications: Ability to use basic writing skills to complete quality control checklists and maintain inventory logs accurately.
• Oral Communications: Ability to clearly understand and speak English. Able to give and receive instructions effectively.
• Equipment: Ability to operate vacuum cleaners, floor care equipment, and other janitorial equipment as required by the contract.

Mental Effort

Ability to lead a team, make sound decisions during the shift, and coordinate multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously without direct supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and withstand strenuous physical activity. Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, and reach overhead as required by cleaning tasks.

Visual Effort

Work is performed in a variety of settings including offices, restrooms, hallways, and common areas. Requires an average amount of visual attention to ensure cleaning quality and safety standards are met.

Safety

TNC will provide a safe work environment in accordance with the TNC Emergency Plan, compliance agencies, and all applicable safety policies and guidelines.

Security

Must comply with all security regulations of Mountain Home AFB. Must obtain and visibly display a valid photo ID/access badge at all times while on the installation.