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Janitor Swing Shift at Tessera… · Lakewood
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Janitor Swing Shift
Location: Lakewood, Washington (Joint Base Lewis-McChord)
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full-time, Swing Shift
Compensation: $23.51/hour
Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.
Shift Schedule:
- Must be available Monday–Friday
- Swing Shift: 4:00 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
- Must be able to work the full scheduled shift
If you meet these requirements, we welcome you to apply and invite you to join our team!
Full-Time benefits of a Janitor at Tessera include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Health and Welfare Benefit $5.09/hr
- Flexible Spending Account for both medical and dependent care
- 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation after 1 year of employment, paid sick leave.
- Potential shared earning bonus
- Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
- Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
- Verizon wireless discount
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full time employees
Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment for our employees.
Tessera is seeking a motivated and reliable Janitor with a professional attitude. As a Janitor with Tessera, you will perform a variety of cleaning tasks to include sweeping, mopping, dusting, and trash removal. Additionally, you will work directly with a teammate on an assigned route across Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Restroom Cleaning – sanitize and clean all toilets, urinals, sinks, fixtures, partitions, walls & doors. Restock supplies. Collect trash and replace liners. Sweep and mop floor. Follow cross contamination procedures.
- Office Cleaning – sweep, mop, vacuum according to schedule.
- Halls and High Traffic area Cleaning – sweep, mop, vacuum according to schedule.
- Entrances and Exits Cleaning – sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean entry doors according to schedule.
- Trash – Empty trash in office areas, lunchrooms, coffee areas, restrooms, shower/locker according to schedule.
- Supply Restocking – restock supplies according to schedule.
- Dusting – dusting in restrooms, shower/locker areas, according to schedule.
- Stairwell Cleaning – sweep, mop, vacuum, and wipe handrails according to schedule.
- Shower Cleaning – clean all shower stalls, damp wipe for dust, restock supplies, mop floors following cross contamination procedures.
- Janitorial Supply Closet/Locker – keep clean and organized.
Qualifications:
- Must be able to communicate with others in a courteous and helpful way.
- Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain stamina to perform assigned duties.
Physical Requirements:
Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
- Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
- Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.
Requirements:
Valid state driver license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance carrier.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
Access to this federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id .
Union Affiliation:
This position is represented by Service Employees International Union, 6 Property Services Northwest.
Union Affiliation: This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union, 6 Property Services Northwest
Date Posted: 11/04/2026
*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.
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Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.
If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at
(360) 475-0756 or email recruiting@tessera.org.