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Custodian Trainee - 519100
Job ID: 519100
Location: HARRIMAN, TN
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External - Posting Description
Custodian Trainee - Job #519100
Organization: Chief Administrative Office
Department: Facilities Operations North
Work Location: Kingston Fossil Plant, Harriman Tennessee
Relocation benefits are not offered for this position. Local candidates may be preferred.
Posting Open: 11/9/2026
Posting Close: 11/11/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: $35,020
DUTIES
Sweeps, mops, refinishes, and polishes floors. Cleans rugs and carpets with vacuum cleaner and shampoo machines.
Cleans drinking fountains, conference rooms, and reception areas and maintains restrooms in sanitary conditions.
Washes woodwork, walls, partitions, windows and ceilings.
Moves furniture as necessary to clean, empties waste cans, cleans telephones, ceiling vents, and plumbing fixtures.
Removes snow and ice. Reports need for cleaning supplies.
Reports any unsafe or hazardous conditions including faulty plumbing or electrical service.
Prepares daily time reports.
Receives assignments and instructions from the Supervisor. Must be able to work independent of supervision.
Knows how to safely and efficiently use cleaning materials and equipment; has a general knowledge of cleaning methods.
Demonstrates tact and courtesy in contact with building occupants.
Observes and follows safe work practices, and through personal action and assistance, encourages others to do likewise; keeps the work area free from hazards; and informs the Custodial Supervisor of existing and potentially safety hazards.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to stoop or bend; stand for long periods of time; stand on hard floors (concrete, steel); work for long periods of time; walk up steps (one flight minimum); climb ladders, push, lift, and/or carry 50-60 pounds on a regular basis and 50-100 pounds on occasion (e.g., office furniture, carpet shampooers, buffers, recycle paper cards, etc.). Must possess knowledge of rules and regulations of custodial services, effective and safe cleaning methods, materials, and equipment and the safe operation thereof; ability and willingness to follow instructions; physical strength, neat appearance, politeness, and willingness to work with others; display an overall cooperative attitude. At least six months' experience in custodial work. Must have completed an eighth grade education.
SUPERVISON RECEIVED
Under the direction of the Lead Custodian and the supervision of the Program Manager.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA's Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA''s Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace. TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How to Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How to Submit Documentation:
More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected].
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Tennessee Valley Authority
400 West Summit Hill Drive
Knoxville. TN 37902
(865) 632-2101
[email protected]
| Location | Harriman, TN |
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