The Importance of Rigorous Candidate Screening: A Best Practice Checklist for Facility Managers

 

Security and reliability are always a concern when hiring a janitorial contractor. At Janitronics, we've built a reputation as a trusted partner by implementing one of the industry's most rigorous candidate screening processes. Unfortunately, not all contractors adhere to the same high standards.


To help facility managers make informed decisions, we've created a best practice checklist for evaluating contractors. You can protect your facility, staff, and reputation by asking the right questions and insisting on comprehensive screening.
 

Candidate Screening

Why Candidate Screening Matters

Your janitorial service provider plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment. The cleaners working in your facility often have access to sensitive areas during off hours, which means a single oversight in the screening process can have significant consequences.

 

At Janitronics, we've developed a candidate screening process that goes above and beyond mere compliance to ensure every employee meets our high standards of trustworthiness, reliability, and professionalism. Here's how our approach stands apart:

  • Integration of the Department of Homeland Security-certified E-Verify system to verify work eligibility in the United States.
  • Comprehensive background checks, including nationwide criminal records searches, are performed by only 10% of industry companies.
  • Screening for sexual predator history, social security verification, and employment history checks.
  • Both Federal and State-level background searches using state-of-the-art tools.
  • Mandatory drug testing to ensure a safe and drug-free workforce.

Best Practice Checklist for Facility Managers

To ensure your contractor meets the necessary standards, use this checklist to evaluate their candidate screening process:
1.   Work Eligibility Verification

  • Does the contractor use a Department of Homeland Security-certified E-Verify system to confirm candidates' eligibility to work in the U.S.?

2.   Comprehensive Background Checks

  • Are nationwide criminal records checks conducted?
  • Do they include searches for sexual predator records?
  • Have both federal and state background searches been performed?

3.    Identity Verification

  • Is a social security verification process in place to confirm identity?

4.   Employment History Review

  • Does the contractor verify previous employment to assess reliability and experience?

5.   Drug Testing

  • Are all candidates required to pass a drug test as part of the hiring process?

6.    Screening Tools and Technology

  • Does the contractor use advanced, reliable platforms for conducting background checks?

7.    Transparency and Accountability

  • Is the contractor willing to provide detailed information about their screening process?
  • Can they produce records or certifications to verify compliance with screening protocols?

Why It Matters

It's important to recognize that many companies cut corners to save money. Make sure your janitorial service provider demonstrates a commitment to safety and professionalism through a rigorous candidate screening process. By insisting on these best practices, you can ensure that only trustworthy and qualified individuals gain access to your facility. 


For more information about our screening process and how we can help protect your facility, please contact us today. Together, we can create a safer and more secure environment for everyone.