Custodian

Alsco•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for the general maintenance and cleanliness of equipment, facilities, and grounds. This position is also referred to as Janitor. The role performs other tasks as required and may work in other production positions as needed. The position is based in and around a typical industrial laundry facility, including large machinery, general offices, and outside grounds. Work may involve variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint, and dust. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, working in cramped areas, reaching overhead, pushing, pulling, grasping, lifting up to 90 pounds, carrying up to 50 pounds, and stooping. The employee must be able to meet these physical demands for the entire shift. Education is not required. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and safety-sensitive drug screening.

Requirements

Recognize colors and sizes, and count and sort accurately.
In some locations, be able and certified to safely operate a powered industrial truck.
Have basic knowledge of cleaning products and procedures, or be willing to learn.
Be able to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively with a team.
Be able to work independently and comprehend and follow written or verbal directions.
Be able to meet the physical demands of the position for the entire shift.

Responsibilities

Perform heavy cleaning duties, including cleaning plant equipment with compressed air and other methods.
Scrub, sanitize, vacuum, sweep, and mop.
Dispose of trash, clean spills, replace air fresheners, change light bulbs, lock doors, paint, maintain water coolers, and prepare facilities for events such as meetings or banquets.
Clean offices, bathrooms, break rooms, and other areas.
Move furniture, supplies, textiles, or equipment within departments or into storage, and assist other departments with tasks.
Apply insecticides and fumigants, trim shrubbery, perform other outside maintenance, and clear walkways of snow or leaves.
Participate in safety programs, use personal protective equipment as needed, and notify supervision of repair needs, spills, safety concerns, or hazardous situations.
Keep maintenance records, monitor cleaning supplies, and restock supplies in bathrooms, break rooms, and other areas.
Operate a powered industrial truck to move, transfer, load, and unload.
Continuously meet efficiency and safety standards for the position.
Follow instructions from supervision and keep the work area neat and clean.
Perform other tasks as required and work in other production positions as needed.