Facilities Custodian

Facilities Custodian – Bio Urja Group

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Bio Urja Renewables, LLC is a leading manufacturer of industrial‑grade, beverage‑grade, and fuel‑grade ethanol and co‑products, located in Peoria, IL. The company operates a 135 million gallon per year production plant, one of the largest industrial alcohol facilities in the U.S., with a long history of successful operations. Bio Urja is part of the Bio Urja Group, a family‑owned energy and agricultural trading, supply and distribution group headquartered in Houston, TX, with operations across the USA, the UK, UAE, India, Singapore, and Mexico.

The Facilities Custodian is responsible for ensuring a clean, safe, and well‑maintained environment in and around the organization’s facilities. This role includes performing routine cleaning tasks, minor maintenance, and responding promptly to custodial requests to support daily operations and overall building functionality.

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, break rooms, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors throughout the facility.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles; replace liners as needed.
• Clean windows, glass doors, and other surfaces.
• Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs or reporting repairs.
• Ensure outdoor areas, including entryways and walkways, are clean and hazard‑free.
• Follow proper procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and notify supervisor when restocking is needed.
• Lock/unlock designated doors and secure facilities as required.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including moving furniture or equipment.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain compliance with organizational policies.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. The individual must also be able to wear and adequately use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

• Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving between locations on the job site.
• Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, or sitting for long periods.
• Repetitive movements of feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back.
• Climbing stairs, and/or vertical ladders of varying heights.
• Working in confined work areas and/or elevated heights.
• Lifting objects of at least 10 lbs., with a maximum single‑person lift limit of 50 lbs. (Frequent lifting and carrying).
• Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
• Visually inspecting equipment and verifying information, often in small print.
• Driving and/or operating heavy machinery safely and being alert and aware of surroundings at all times.
• Applying sideways/upward/downward pressure to tighten and loosen hardware.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years of prior custodial or janitorial experience, preferably as a supervisor.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment (e.g., floor buffers, vacuum cleaners).
• Knowledge of proper cleaning methods and safety practices.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good physical condition: able to lift up to 50 lbs., stand, bend, and climb ladders.

• Range: $18.27 – $23.08 per hour; DOE.
• Competitive pay; paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical (with wellness discount), dental, vision.
• Company‑paid life insurance, long‑term and short‑term disability.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Cash Balance Retirement Plan.

Job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and may change without notice.

Bio Urja Renewables, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Bio Urja Renewables, LLC participates in the E‑Verify Employment Verification Program.

Bio Urja Renewables LLC is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. All resumes submitted by search firms will be deemed the sole property of Bio Urja Renewables LLC, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired.

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