School Custodial Cleaner

ABM•Hickory, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

ABM is seeking a reliable and experienced School Custodian to perform general cleaning duties in designated areas at a K-12 school, college, or university campus. The role maintains cleanliness across areas such as classrooms, hallways, restrooms, locker rooms, offices, and stairways. No prior experience or formal education is required; on-the-job training is provided. This role may suit someone entering or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. ABM is a military- and veteran-friendly employer and encourages veterans and candidates with military experience to apply. Pay is $14–$14.50 per hour. A specific offer may vary based on experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. Available shifts are Jenkins and Oakwood, 3:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.; Hickory HS, 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.; and Floater, 4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package; details are available through ABM Employee Benefits for Front Line Team Members.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
No prior experience required; on-the-job training is provided.
No high school diploma, GED, or college degree required.

Nice To Haves

Prior custodial or janitorial experience.
One year of prior similar work experience.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain assigned areas, which may include classrooms, hallways, restrooms, locker rooms, offices, and stairways.
Sweep, remove debris, clean spills, and mop floors in designated areas.
Regularly check trash receptacles and empty them as needed.
Follow procedures for using chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Notify the lead cleaner or manager about the need for minor or major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with clients, coworkers, shift coordinators, supervisors, managers, and others.
Collect, consolidate, and separate recycling into proper receptacles.
Clean and dust desks, chairs, tables, furniture, fixtures, doors, sills, floors, ceilings, and walls.
Polish hard surfaces, including woodwork and stainless steel surfaces.
Wipe and clean tabletops, chairs, and equipment in food areas.
Move cabinets, boxes, furniture, crates, and equipment to clean areas manually or with hand trucks.
Clean interior partition glass, windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
Sweep walks, rake leaves, cut grass, remove snow, or perform other incidental seasonal tasks.
Maintain restroom cleanliness and clean and polish restrooms as needed.
Comply with safety, security, compliance, and quality standards and procedures established by the company, clients, and regulatory authorities.