Entry Level Crime Scene Cleaner Jobs in Washington

Hyp-tro Building Services, LLC is a professional building services company providing janitorial, property maintenance, specialty cleaning, and facility support solutions throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia. We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate Crime Scene / Clean up Technician to support our specialty cleaning division.

This position requires professionalism, discretion, emotional maturity, and the ability to safely perform cleaning and decontamination services in sensitive environments.

The Crime Scene / Clean up Technician is responsible for performing specialty cleaning, biohazard remediation, trauma cleanup, unattended death cleanup, hoarding cleanup, bloodborne pathogen cleanup, and odor removal services. The technician will respond to residential, commercial, government, and property management sites where professional cleanup and restoration services are required.

This is not a law enforcement or forensic evidence collection position. This role focuses on cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting, and restoring affected areas after proper authorization has been provided.

The Crime Scene Technician will:

• Perform biohazard, trauma, and crime scene cleanup services in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.
• Clean, disinfect, deodorize, and restore affected areas after incidents involving blood, bodily fluids, decomposition, hazardous waste, or other contamination.
• Properly use personal protective equipment, including gloves, respirators, protective suits, eye protection, and other required safety gear.
• Follow OSHA, bloodborne pathogen, and hazardous material handling guidelines.
• Safely remove and package contaminated materials for proper disposal.
• Operate cleaning equipment, disinfecting tools, foggers, sprayers, ozone machines, extractors, and other remediation equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working with families, property owners, management companies, and public agencies.
• Document work performed, take before-and-after photos when required, and complete service reports.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, supplies, and inventory in a clean and organized manner.
• Assist with emergency response calls, including evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed.
• Follow supervisor instructions and comply with all company policies and safety procedures.

Qualified candidates should have:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in janitorial services, restoration, biohazard cleanup, crime scene cleanup, construction cleaning, or environmental services preferred.
• Ability to work in emotionally sensitive and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb stairs, and work in confined or challenging spaces.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Must be able to pass a background check, if required by contract or client.
• Must be willing to work on-call, nights, weekends, or emergency response shifts as needed.

The following certifications are preferred but not required:

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• Bloodborne Pathogen Training
• Hazwoper Training
• IICRC Certification
• Biohazard Remediation Training
• Respirator Fit Test Certification
• CPR/First Aid

Hyp-tro Building Services may provide training for qualified candidates who demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a strong work ethic.

The ideal candidate must be:

• Compassionate and respectful
• Discreet and confidential
• Detail-oriented
• Safety-focused
• Dependable and punctual
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Comfortable working in difficult environments
• Professional when interacting with clients and supervisors

This position may involve exposure to unpleasant odors, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, contaminated materials, distressed clients, and emotionally difficult situations. All work must be performed using proper PPE, safety procedures, and company-approved cleaning and disposal methods.

Pay is based on experience, certifications, availability, and assignment type. Emergency response, after-hours, and specialty cleanup work may qualify for higher pay rates depending on the project.

Benefits may include:

• Flexible scheduling
• On-call and emergency response opportunities
• Paid training opportunities
• Career growth within Hyp-tro Building Services
• Specialty cleaning and remediation training
• Team-oriented work environment

Hyp-tro Building Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a professional, respectful, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief statement of interest to Hyp-tro Building Services, LLC. Applicants should include any relevant cleaning, restoration, safety, remediation, or emergency response experience.