Custodian

Job Title

Custodian

• Sweep, mop, and scrub all floors.
• Empty trash, garbage, and recycling containers daily.
• Clean and wash walls, windows, door panels, and sills.
• Clean all restroom fixtures and refill dispensers.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and furniture.
• Complete assigned online training by the established due date(s).
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Depending on assignment and location, this role may assist up to 30% of the time with clerical duties including but not limited to reviewing maintenance work orders, document scanning and filing, email communications, and updating expense spreadsheets.

This position serves in the capacity of the Custodian. General discretion and judgment are exercised routinely in the execution of job duties. If errors in judgment or professional execution of responsibilities are made, the department may be negatively impacted.

• Internal contacts consist of levels of positions in the company from business unit leaders to entry level positions.
• External contacts consist of visitors and vendors.

• Basic computer skills are required, including ability to navigate basic computer systems and programs. Use a computer to clock in and out of work. Complete online training courses with minimal technical assistance. Effectively communicate via email and other communication platforms (i.e. Microsoft Teams).
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a custodian, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have ability to obtain a lift truck certification.

Safety – Actively demonstrates vigilance in protecting self, customers, co‑workers, contractors, suppliers and community from risky actions or unsafe conditions. Promotes and follows Peterson’s safety policies and guidelines. Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others.

Peterson’s Communication Principles – Ability to demonstrate communication skills and principles when working with customers, co‑workers, and other stakeholders.

Peterson Values – Behavior and work product aligns with Peterson’s Core values – Customer First, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Fun.

Accountability – Takes responsibility for own actions;
Keeps commitments. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan;
Focuses on performance, manages execution.

Curious – Continuously pursues opportunities to learn and grow professionally and personally. Solicits feedback to improve self, service, performance and the organization. Applies feedback to improve performance.

Leadership – Refrains from activities that would negatively impact organizational health and reputation, compromise trust or working relationships, or create unnecessary bureaucracy.

Ethics – Works ethically and with integrity; avoids any action that could be interpreted to be for personal gain, in violation of Peterson’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, or as an abuse of positional power. Maintains confidentiality;
Protects customer, manufacturer and company proprietary information; promptly reports conduct that could be considered unethical.

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
Develops alternative solutions;
Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things;
Works well in group problem solving situations;
Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics;
Meets commitments.

Technical Skills – Has the skills needed to successfully perform job responsibilities and be viewed as competent. Shares expertise with others;
Understands implications of decisions;
Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition;
Aligns work with organization’s goals.

Communication – Speaks clearly, respectfully and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
Listens and gets clarification;
Responds well to questions;
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