Custodian

SBM Offshore•Palo Alto, CA
•$18 - $19

About The Position

The Custodian is responsible for cleanliness and sanitation in assigned areas. The role performs janitorial and scheduled duties, maintains assigned work areas, and may handle hazardous and special waste, including collecting, classifying, sorting, storing, shipping, receiving, labeling, cleaning, recycling, and packaging. The Custodian operates motorized cleaning equipment, follows safety procedures and uses appropriate personal protective equipment, and reports incidents and hazardous conditions to a supervisor. The position works with a team, responds to supervision, supports the shift lead, and may fill in during staffing shortages. Driving to different work locations, customer sites, or company facilities may be necessary. The listed schedules are part-time hours, and compensation is $18.20–$19.20 per hour.

Requirements

  • Able to perform the essential duties safely and satisfactorily.
  • No specific education requirement.
  • Three to six months of training or experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

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, receiving, labeling, cleaning, recycling, and packaging special and hazardous waste.
  • Operate motorized cleaning equipment and maintain its upkeep and care.
  • Maintain 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 repetitive tasks and work with other employees as a team.
  • 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.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and conduct and support customer service and satisfaction.
  • Drive to various work locations, customer sites, or company facilities when needed to perform essential functions.
  • Understand reporting systems and the work environment.

Benefits

  • SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages; details are available on the company careers website.
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