Custodian

SBM Management Services•Palo Alto, CA

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of all assigned areas. The role performs scheduled janitorial work, 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 position follows safety rules, company protocols, and work instructions; reports incidents and hazardous conditions; and uses appropriate personal protective equipment. The Custodian works with team members and communicates professionally with leads, supervisors, coworkers, managers, and customers. Driving to various work locations, customer sites, or company facilities may be necessary. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

  • No specific education requirement.
  • Ability to perform essential duties safely and satisfactorily.
  • 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.
  • Completed safety and task training certification.
  • 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.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

  • Three to six months of training or experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Bilingual ability.
  • 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 the daily upkeep of assigned areas.
  • Maintain and care for cleaning equipment.
  • Report incidents and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
  • Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures, and stop at-risk behavior by oneself or others.
  • Perform work assignments as part of a team, including repetitive tasks, and maintain a clean work area.
  • Follow all protocols, company 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.
  • Use proper personal protective equipment and maintain a professional appearance and conduct.
  • Understand customer service and satisfaction, reporting systems, and the work environment.
  • Drive to various work locations, customer sites, or company facilities when necessary to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefit packages; details are available on SBM's careers website.
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