Custodian

Key Responsibilities / Duties

• Sweep, mop, scrub, wax, buff, and maintain all flooring

• Vacuum carpets, rugs, mats, and entrance areas

• Clean, sanitize, and restock restrooms, locker rooms, break rooms, lunchrooms, and common areas

• Empty, clean, and line trash, recycling, and waste receptacles

• Remove and clean spills, debris, and hazards in corridors, stairwells, and work areas

• Clean glass surfaces, windows, doors, walls, partitions, and ledges

• Dust, wipe down, and clean furniture, fixtures, light covers, vents, and ledges

• Maintain custodial closets: stock supplies, organize tools, keep equipment in good condition

• Report maintenance or repair needs (e.g. broken plumbing, lighting, HVAC issues, structural damage)

• Complete required cleaning checklists or logs, documenting work performed

• Participate in emergency cleanup (e.g. spills, leaks) when needed

• Follow safety, environmental, and chemical handling protocols (e.g. MSDS, PPE)

• Use and maintain cleaning equipment and tools (buffers, floor machines, vacuums, etc.)

• Cooperate with other shifts, maintenance, and production teams to coordinate tasks

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions, checklists, and safety procedures

• Basic math, communication, and listening skills

• Dependability, good attendance, and ability to work overnight hours independently

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs (or more with assistance), bend, stoop, kneel, push/pull, reach, and stand for long periods

• Ability to use cleaning tools, equipment (buffers, vacuums, floor scrubbers)

• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and safety practices

• Ability to work safely and follow company safety rules

Preferred / Desirable:

• Previous custodial, janitorial, or industrial cleaning experience

• Experience working in a manufacturing, plant, or industrial facility

• Ability to work cooperatively in a team setting

• Willingness to cross-train in related tasks

• Familiarity with industrial facility layout, safety zones, and clean zones

• Overnight / third shift work

• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, dust, fumes, and moderate noise

• Work indoors in areas with varying temperatures

• Use of chemical PPE (gloves, goggles, masks)

• Frequent walking, bending, lifting, reaching

• Occasional overtime work required

• Timely completion of nightly cleaning tasks in assigned zones

• Meeting quality, safety, and cleanliness standards

• Adherence to cleaning checklists and logs

• Minimal rework or complaints from day-shift staff

• Safe work practices (no lost-time accidents, proper chemical handling)

• Proper care of cleaning equipment and supplies