Custodian

SBM Management Services•Northlake, IL

16d

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for cleanliness and sanitation in all assigned areas. The role performs janitorial work and daily scheduled duties, maintains assigned areas and cleaning equipment, and carries out hazardous waste responsibilities, including collecting, classifying, sorting, storing, shipping and receiving, labeling, cleaning, recycling, and packaging special and hazardous waste. The Custodian follows safety protocols, uses appropriate personal protective equipment, reports incidents and hazardous conditions, and works with colleagues and supervisors to maintain a clean, safe, professional environment. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. No specific education is required. Three to six months of training or experience is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid driver's license may be required based on business needs; employees who drive must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record and meet company driving eligibility requirements. Safety and task training certification must be completed, and forklift certification may be required. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 PM–12:30 AM, with compensation of $19.00–$20.00 per hour. SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages; further information is available on its careers website.

Requirements

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and safely.
No specific education requirement.
Three to six months of training or experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
Complete all safety and task training certification.
A valid driver's license may be required based on business needs; employees who drive must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record and meet company driving eligibility requirements.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment, and willingness to share knowledge with the team.
Knowledge of cleaning equipment upkeep and care.
Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability is a plus.
Forklift certification may be required.

Responsibilities

Perform janitorial duties and all duties listed on the daily schedule.
Perform hazardous waste responsibilities, including collecting, classifying, sorting, storing, shipping and receiving, labeling, cleaning, recycling, and packaging special and hazardous waste.
Operate motorized cleaning equipment and maintain its upkeep and care.
Maintain the daily upkeep of assigned areas and keep the work area clean.
Report incidents and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
Comply with safety rules, policies, procedures, company protocols, and other rules.
Stop at-risk behavior by oneself or others and use proper personal protective equipment.
Perform work assignments as part of a team and complete repetitive tasks.
Take direction and respond to supervision.
Communicate professionally with leads, supervisors, coworkers, managers, and customers.
Fill in during staff shortages and support the shift lead in completing punch-list items.
Maintain a professional appearance and conduct, and understand customer service, customer satisfaction, reporting systems, and the work environment.