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Senior Lead Custodian / Aircraft Cabin Cleaning Lead

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $15.50
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Malone is a reputable company specializing in airport services with a strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards at major transportation hubs. Known for their dedication to excellence, Malone provides comprehensive solutions for maintaining the highest levels of sanitation and customer satisfaction in fast-paced environments such as airports. Their presence at the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport demonstrates their role in supporting one of the busiest airports in the United States, ensuring that both passengers and airlines experience an efficient and pleasant environment.

The Senior Lead Custodian / Aircraft Cabin Cleaning Lead position at Malone is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing a team of professionals dedicated to cleaning and preparing aircraft cabins between flights. This role is based at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, one of the largest and most vibrant airports in the country. The position offers competitive pay starting at $15.50 per hour, with compensation adjusted based on experience. The employment type is full-time and includes shifts across all times including nights, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the continuous operational requirements of airport services.

This lead custodian role requires a dynamic individual capable of thriving in a fast-paced, time-sensitive airport setting. The Senior Lead Custodian supervises the janitorial team responsible for ensuring aircraft interiors are spotless and comply with airline and safety standards. This includes the detailed cleaning of seats, tray tables, lavatories, aisles, and galleys to maintain comfort, safety, and hygiene for passengers and crew. The lead also manages team schedules to meet stringent airline turnaround times, optimizing workflow to ensure quick and thorough cleaning without compromising quality.

Beyond overseeing daily operations, the Senior Lead Custodian plays an essential role in quality control by inspecting work to verify that it meets rigorous cleaning and safety specifications. Additionally, this position involves training new team members in proper cleaning techniques and safety protocols, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. Coordination with airport operations and supervisors is also key to ensuring flights remain on schedule, highlighting the role's importance in airport logistics.

Candidates must possess prior janitorial, custodial, airport cleaning, or aircraft cabin cleaning experience to effectively lead in this environment. Leadership or supervisory experience is preferred to ensure the individual can guide team members efficiently. Physical stamina is necessary due to the demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting, and working within confined aircraft spaces. Reliability, flexibility, and the ability to pass background checks and airport badging requirements are mandatory.

Malone supports a diverse and inclusive workplace and offers benefits including dental, health, and vision insurance. This in-person position at DFW Airport is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about cleanliness, leadership, and contributing to airport operations safety and efficiency.

Job Requirements

  • Previous experience in janitorial, custodial, airport cleaning, or aircraft cabin cleaning
  • Prior leadership, supervisor, or team lead experience preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive airport environment
  • Strong communication and team coordination skills
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in confined aircraft spaces
  • Reliable attendance and flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Must be able to pass background check and airport badging requirements

Job Qualifications

  • Janitorial, custodial, airport cleaning, or aircraft cabin cleaning experience
  • Prior leadership, supervisor, or team lead experience preferred
  • Strong communication and team coordination skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive airport environment
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in confined aircraft spaces
  • Reliable attendance and flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to pass background check and airport badging requirements

Job Duties

  • Lead and supervise a team of cabin cleaners servicing aircraft between arrivals and departures
  • Ensure aircraft interiors are cleaned quickly and thoroughly including seats, tray tables, lavatories, aisles, galleys
  • Coordinate team assignments to meet tight airline turnaround schedules
  • Inspect work to ensure quality, safety, and airline compliance standards
  • Train new team members on cleaning procedures, safety, and equipment use
  • Monitor supplies and ensure cleaning materials are stocked and ready
  • Communicate with airport operations and supervisors to keep flights on schedule
  • Step in to assist with cleaning duties as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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