JANITOR

United State Cold Storage Inc / USCS•Wilmington, IL

13d•$17 - $20

About The Position

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of an assigned work area while keeping personal and facility safety at the forefront. Work areas may include kitchens, bathrooms, offices, breakrooms, and locker rooms. Tasks may include dusting, cleaning and scrubbing restrooms, wiping tables and countertops, and maintaining general tidiness. The role also involves sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and polishing floors with industrial vacuum cleaners and scrubbing or buffing machines; using ladders; moving furniture, boxes, and equipment as needed; and emptying trash cans. The position is in Operations or Sanitation and reports to a Supervisor. Travel is minimal. The job is full-time and non-exempt. The role requires working in temperatures from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise, standing and walking for extended periods, and regularly bending and lifting up to 50 pounds. Occasional lifting up to 70 pounds with assistance and overhead lifting may be required. Additional hours may be requested by management.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Bend and lift up to 50 pounds regularly; lift up to 70 pounds occasionally with assistance; and lift overhead when required.
Work in temperatures ranging from +50°F to -30°F with moderate noise levels.
Stand and walk for extended periods; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; and perform physical tasks involving stairs and lifting.
Attention to detail.
Effective communication, vision, and hearing for safety and productivity.
Operate scanners, tablets, radios, phones, computers, and other essential warehouse equipment as required.
Follow verbal and written instructions and company policies.
Work independently and coordinate with others; be self-starting and able to work in a fast-paced environment while managing stress and meeting productivity guidelines.
Possess strong arithmetic and reading skills.
Engage in frequent personal interaction and communication.
Operate a registered motor vehicle if it is part of daily tasks.

Nice To Haves

Previous janitorial experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of assigned work areas.
Keep personal and facility safety at the forefront of sanitation work.
Clean assigned areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, offices, breakrooms, and locker rooms.
Dust, clean and scrub restrooms, wipe down tables and countertops, and maintain general tidiness.
Sweep, vacuum, mop, scrub, wax, and polish floors using industrial vacuum cleaners and scrubbing or buffing machines.
Use ladders and move furniture, boxes, and equipment as needed to clean assigned areas.
Empty trash cans.
Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance and communications.
Participate in staff and/or customer meetings as required.
Take initiative to prevent non-conformities related to products, processes, and quality systems; identify and report issues and propose and implement solutions through appropriate channels.
Follow posted security procedures and participate in safety and educational training programs.

Benefits

401(k) plan, available after one year for eligible full-time employees not under contract.
Educational assistance, available after one year for eligible full-time employees not under contract.
Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage available after 30 days of service, if elected.
Company life insurance.
Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and legal insurance.
Pet discount, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, long-term care, and permanent life insurance.
Identity theft protection, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and additional disability benefit.
Basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and voluntary life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
Health and dependent flexible spending accounts and commuter accounts.
Telemedicine, virtual primary care, prescription specialty copay assistance, weight management, chronic condition management, care navigator, 24/7 nurse line, and expert medical opinion services.
Maternity program, health advocacy, employee assistance program, digital cognitive behavioral therapy, digital physical therapy, and behavioral and mental health platforms.
Auto and home discount program, secure travel protection, and discount programs.
Paid time off.
MARC performance incentives, perfect attendance incentives, and a referral program.
A variety of additional benefits and perks.