Office Custodian

Hy-Vee, Inc.•West Des Moines, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office Custodian performs varied cleaning activities to keep the Corporate Office orderly, sanitary, safe, and attractive. Work is subject to frequent interruptions and changes. The role also involves maintaining supplies and janitorial equipment, following safety procedures, completing activity reports and work orders, and providing a warm, friendly atmosphere to employees and visitors. The position reports to the Facilities Manager and Director, Office Administration and has no direct reports. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

Commitment to the Hy-Vee mission and willingness to promote the company's values.
Ability to copy data from one record to another, interview to obtain basic information, and interpret written work instructions.
Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or verbal instructions and deal with a few concrete variables.
Ability to see detail at near range, with or without correction.
Ability to lift 25–50 pounds frequently and 51–100+ pounds occasionally; push and pull 10–50 pounds frequently and 51–100+ pounds occasionally; and carry 10–25 pounds frequently and 26–50+ pounds occasionally.
Ability to perform stooping, kneeling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of one year of custodian experience or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Vacuum, dust, and damp- or wet-mop all areas daily and as needed; steam-clean or shampoo and extract carpets regularly and as needed according to manufacturer recommendations.
Clean and disinfect furnishings, tile, fixtures, and equipment with germicidal solutions; polish sinks, tubs, drinking fountains, toilets, mirrors, and similar fixtures.
Spot-wash walls, light switches, and telephones; clean windows and doors; and keep debris picked up.
Provide a warm and friendly atmosphere to employees and visitors in the Corporate Office.
Maintain supply inventory for designated areas and prepare supply requests and consumption or usage reports as directed.
Stay informed about new products and safety procedures, including OSHA laws, safety equipment, MSDS sheets, and ladder safety; monitor and report safety-related problems.
Use judgment to select appropriate chemical supplies and equipment for daily tasks.
Collect and remove trash inside and outside the work area, and keep trash containers lined and clean inside and out.
Replenish assigned areas with hand cleaner, paper towels, toilet tissue, and other disposable items.
Maintain janitorial equipment, tools, and storage areas in a clean, orderly, safe, and usable state.
Complete activity reports and maintenance work orders as required.
Present oneself in a clean and professional manner.
Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required.