Custodian

SBM Management Services•Boston, MA

12d

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for keeping all assigned areas clean and sanitary. The role performs janitorial duties, follows daily schedules, maintains assigned areas, and operates motorized cleaning equipment. It also includes hazardous-waste responsibilities such as collecting, classifying, sorting, storing, shipping and receiving, labeling, cleaning, recycling, and packaging special and hazardous waste. The Custodian follows safety rules and company protocols, uses appropriate personal protective equipment, reports incidents and hazardous conditions, and helps maintain a clean work area. The position works with other employees, responds to supervision, supports the shift lead with punch-list items, and may fill in during staffing shortages. The role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

No specific education requirement.
Three to six months of training or experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Complete all safety and task-training certifications.
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.
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 and willingness to share that knowledge with the team.
Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
Ability to frequently sit and talk or listen.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.
Three to six months of training or experience.
Forklift certification, if required for the position.

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.
Perform work assignments as part of a team and complete repetitive tasks.
Follow protocols, company procedures, policies, and rules; take direction and respond to supervision.
Communicate professionally with leads, supervisors, co-workers, managers, and customers.
Fill in during staff shortages and support the shift lead in completing punch-list items.
Use proper personal protective equipment.
Maintain a professional appearance and conduct.
Understand customer service and satisfaction, reporting systems, and the work environment.