Custodian

SBM Management Services, LP; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

SBM Management Services, LP is hiring a Custodian in Des Moines, IA to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in all assigned areas. The role includes following a daily schedule, operating cleaning equipment, and ensuring a safe work environment.

Qualified candidates should have 3–6 months of training or experience, no strict education requirement, and the ability to read instructions and communicate effectively. The job emphasizes safety, professionalism, and customer service within a team setting.

Qualifications

• No specific education requirement; 3–6 months training or experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment; ability to operate cleaning equipment safely.
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals and safe handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform janitorial duties.
• Follow daily schedule tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas.
• Operate motorized cleaning equipment.
• Report incidents and hazards to supervisor.
• Maintain professional appearance and conduct.
• Communicate professionally with team and customers.

Skills

Bilingual a plus

Reading instructions

Verbal & written communication

Cleaning methods & equipment

Care of cleaning equipment

Cleaning chemicals safety

Education

No specific education requirement

Job description

Title: Custodian

Job Overview

The Custodian is responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of all areas assigned.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform janitorial duties
• Perform all duties listed on the daily schedule
• Perform Hazardous Waste responsibilities including collecting, classifying, sorting, storing, shipping and receiving, labeling, cleaning, recycling, packaging of special and hazardous waste.
• Operate motorized cleaning equipment
• Maintain daily upkeep of assigned area
• Report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor
• Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Stop at risk behavior of others and self
• Perform work assignments in a team with other employees
• Perform repetitive tasks
• Maintain clean work area
• Follow all protocols, company procedures, policies, and rules
• Take direction and respond to supervision
• Talk with lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers in a professional manner
• Fill in during staff shortage
• Support shift lead in completing punch-list items
• Use proper personal protective equipment
• Present a professional appearance and conduct
• Understand customer service and satisfaction
• Understand reporting systems, and of the environment

Qualification

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job safely. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education and/ or Experience:

No specific education requirement, 3-6 months training or experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

A valid driver's license may be required for this position based on business needs. Employees required to drive as part of their job duties must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and meet company driving eligibility requirements. Completed all safety and task training certification. May be required to be forklift certified.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bilingual a plus
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment and willing to share with team
• Knowledge of the upkeep and care of the cleaning equipment
• Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Shifts and Compensation

Monday - Friday: 6:00am- 230pm or 1pm - 1030pm $15.50-$16.50 per hour

Benefits

SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at: www.sbmmanagement.com/careers

Careers – SBM

SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status. At SBM, we deliver soft services facilities management through innovative technology, exceptional quality, and empowered associates on a global scale. Our approach is centered on providing scalable, predictable, and repeatable results across space types. With our experience in state-of-the-art facilities and continuously evolving processes, we ensure that our clients experience unmatched service excellence to support our clients’ most ambitious missions.