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A-Team Corp

Level 1 Accountant

Seaford, DE · On-site

$55K/yr

Mid-Atlantic Services, A-Team Corp is a women-owned professional contractor that provides janitorial services for commercial, state and medical buildings throughout Delaware and Maryland. For over 40 ...

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What is a state janitorial worker?

State Janitorial workers are employees responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and ensuring the sanitation of government buildings and facilities. Their duties typically include sweeping, mopping, dusting, emptying trash, and sometimes performing minor maintenance tasks. They play a vital role in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both employees and the public who use these facilities. State Janitorial workers may be employed directly by the state or work for contracted cleaning companies that service government buildings.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a state janitorial worker?

To thrive as a State Janitorial worker, you need knowledge of cleaning procedures, safe chemical handling, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with floor care equipment, cleaning agents, and compliance with OSHA safety standards is typically required. Reliability, attention to detail, and good communication skills help ensure tasks are completed efficiently and areas remain safe and presentable. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining clean, healthy, and secure environments in state facilities.

What are common challenges state janitorial workers face when working in government buildings?

State Janitorial staff often encounter challenges such as adhering to strict security protocols, managing large and varied facility spaces, and coordinating cleaning schedules around government operations. It’s important to be flexible, as cleaning may need to occur outside of standard business hours or during special events. Close attention to detail and effective communication with building managers are key to ensuring all sanitation standards are met consistently.

What is the difference between State Janitorial vs Commercial Cleaner?

AspectState JanitorialCommercial Cleaner
CredentialsHigh school diploma, cleaning certificationsHigh school diploma, cleaning certifications
Work EnvironmentGovernment buildings, public facilitiesOffices, retail spaces, industrial sites
Employer & IndustryState government agencies, public sectorPrivate companies, commercial sector
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

State Janitorial roles typically involve cleaning government buildings and public facilities, often requiring specific certifications and working within the public sector. Commercial Cleaners focus on private business spaces like offices and retail stores. Both roles share similar credentials but differ mainly in work environment and employer type.

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Infographic showing various State Janitorial job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, and 45% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Janitor

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory

Wilmington, DE • On-site

$15/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Salvation Army rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 364 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

600th of 786 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Position: Janitor

Department/Location:  Janitorial

Availability of Position:  Immediate                          

Schedule: Full Time – Monday thru Friday 

Reporting Relationship: Facility Manager/Assistant Facility Manager/State Coordinators

Salary/Grade:  $15 per hour/70 Non-Exempt

 

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

  • Generous paid time off every year that includes holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
  • Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
  • Comprehensive health care coverage with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
  • Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Remitted Tuition Program
  • Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

 

Description of Position:   This individual will clean and maintain assigned areas in the Delaware State Facility indoors and outdoors as required for the efficient and effective operation of Salvation Army programs.


Duties Include:

  • Clean all assigned areas.
  • Rooms – You are responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of every room in your zone.
  • Empty trash and clean trash receptacles in and out as needed.  Discard trash in parking lot dumpster.
  • Help to maintain outdoor areas as directed to include shoveling snow, cutting/trimming grass, weeding, litter to be picked up and taken to parking lot dumpster.
  • Maintain supplies and equipment and notify supervisor when in need of additional supplies.
  • Respond to staff and leadership to assist with carting supplies, materials in and around the facilities for regular and seasonal activities.  This may include unloading trucks, donations of toys and canned food and assisting with toy shop set up, breakdown and operations.
  • Assist with driving to pick up supplies, donations, etc.
  • Report on maintenance and safety concerns to the supervisor.
  • Perform additional duties assigned by the State Coordinator necessary for the normal, safe, efficient, clean operations of The Salvation Army programs under the Delaware State Offices.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Ability to follow directions and operate cleaning equipment (buffer, vacuum cleaner, mops, shovels, lawn mower
  • Valid Driver’s License preferred.
  • Legal age to work or have working papers
  • You must be able to obtain clearances required by the Joseph R. Biden III and the Child Protection Act. 
  • Must have an understanding of and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

 Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.

External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org.

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.

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No Phone Calls Please.                                                    

Released by the Divisional HR Department on 8/28/26

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.

Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.

Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Requisition No. 2670

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The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Industry

Non-profits, retail, amusement, gambling, and recreation and religious organizations

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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