Custodian

SBM Management Services•East Alton, IL

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of assigned areas. The position performs janitorial work and scheduled duties, maintains cleaning equipment and work areas, and carries out hazardous-waste responsibilities, including collecting, classifying, sorting, storing, shipping and receiving, labeling, cleaning, recycling, and packaging special and hazardous waste. The role operates motorized cleaning equipment and follows safety procedures, company policies, and work protocols while using appropriate personal protective equipment. The Custodian reports incidents and hazardous conditions, supports shift leads with punch-list items, and may fill in during staffing shortages. The employee works with a team and communicates professionally with supervisors, coworkers, managers, leads, and customers. Driving to work locations, customer sites, or company facilities may be necessary. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Compensation is $14.50–$15.50 per hour. SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages; further details are available on its careers website.

Requirements

No specific education requirement.
Three to six months of training or experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Completed all safety and task-training certifications.
A valid driver's license may be required based on business needs; employees who drive for work must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record and meet company driving eligibility requirements.
May be required to be forklift certified.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment, including equipment upkeep and care.
Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability is a plus.
Three to six months of training or experience is preferred.
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, and procedures; stop at-risk behavior by oneself or others; and use proper personal protective equipment.
Perform assignments as part of a team and complete repetitive tasks as needed.
Follow company protocols, procedures, policies, and rules; 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 and satisfaction.
Drive to various work locations, customer sites, or company facilities when necessary to perform the job's essential functions.