Janitorial Custodian Warehouse 1st Shift

Ryder • Elwood, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Sanitation Associate at its warehouse in Elwood, Illinois. The role supports a safe, clean, organized, and tour-ready supply chain facility that handles food products. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with an hourly rate of $18.00 and weekly pay. Overtime may be needed. The position includes sanitation duties throughout warehouse, office, and exterior areas, as well as assistance with light maintenance activities. Ryder describes its culture as team-first and focused on respect, safety, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more of previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Depending on location, may be required to be equipment certified.
• Ability to recognize and read location, date, and product codes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships at all organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility and self-motivation to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions and work assignments.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.
• Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, a motor vehicle records check and road test, or customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year or more of previous warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean restrooms, break rooms, locker rooms, and office areas according to the sanitation schedule.
• Clean building exterior areas, including windows and walkways, and empty trash containers and receptacles according to the sanitation schedule.
• Sweep and scrub warehouse floors and office areas according to the sanitation schedule.
• Wipe down warehouse and office racks, guard rails, and walls according to the sanitation schedule.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and tour-ready facility.
• Assist maintenance technicians as required and perform light maintenance activities such as painting.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and work overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, available starting at 30 days.
• Paid time off beginning in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company stock offered at a 15% discount.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED