Custodian

Alsco Inc; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 K Plan with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA

Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays

Direct Deposit or Global Cash Card

Job summary

Alsco Uniforms is seeking a Custodian to ensure general maintenance and cleanliness of equipment, facilities, and grounds at our New Castle, DE facility. The role covers heavy cleaning of plant equipment, offices, bathrooms and break areas, as well as event setup and outside maintenance.

Responsibilities include operating a powered industrial truck where certified, maintaining supplies, and supporting other departments as needed.

Qualifications

• Recognize colors and sizes, count and sort accurately.
• Able to operate a powered industrial truck per location where required.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning products and procedures or willing to learn.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively with a team.
• Work independently and follow written or verbal directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy cleaning duties and clean plant equipment using compressed air and other methods.
• Scrub, sanitize, vacuum, sweep and mop.
• Dispose of trash, clean spills, replace air fresheners, change bulbs, lock doors, paint, maintain water coolers, and prepare facilities for events.
• Clean offices, bathrooms, break rooms and other areas.
• Move furniture and supplies within departments or into storage and assist other departments.
• Operate a powered industrial truck to move, load and unload.
• Maintain records of maintenance and restock supplies.
• Follow safety instructions and participate in company safety programs.

Skills

Color recognition

Prioritization

Teamwork

Independent work

PIT operation

Tools

Powered industrial truck

Job description

Wilmington Resident
30 McCullough Drive
New Castle, DE 19720, USA

Wilmington Resident
30 McCullough Drive
New Castle, DE 19720, USA

Wilmington Non-Resident
30 McCullough Drive
New Castle, DE 19720, USA

Wilmington Non-Resident
30 McCullough Drive
New Castle, DE 19720, USA

Job Summary

The Custodian is responsible for general maintenance and cleanliness of equipment, facilities and grounds. This position is also referred to as Janitor. Performs other tasks as required.

Essential Functions

• Performs heavy cleaning duties such as clean plant equipment using compressed air and other methods.
• Scrub, sanitize, vacuum, sweep and mop.
• Dispose of trash, clean up spills, replace air fresheners, change out light bulbs, lock doors, paint, maintain water coolers, prepare facilities for events such as meetings or banquets.
• Clean offices, bathrooms, break rooms and other areas.
• Move furniture, supplies, textiles or equipment within departments or into storage and assist other departments with other tasks.
• Apply insecticides and fumigants, trim shrubbery and perform other outside maintenance, clear walkways of snow or leaves.
• Participate in Safety programs such as committees or emergency contingency, use Personal Protective Equipment as needed, notify supervision of repair needs, spills, safety concerns or hazardous situations.
• Keep records of maintenance, monitor cleaning supplies, restock supplies in bathrooms, break rooms and other areas.
• Operate a powered industrial truck to move, transfer, load and unload.
• Continuously meet efficiency and safety standards for the position.
• Follow instructions as directed by supervision.
• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Additional Functions

• Work in other production positions as needed.

Qualifications

• Recognize colors and sizes, count and sort accurately.
• In some locations, be able and certified to safely operate a powered industrial truck.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning products and procedures or willing to learn.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively with a team.
• Work independently, comprehend and follow written or verbal direction.

Education

• No requirement.

Typical Physical Activity

• Physical Demands consist of standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, working in cramped areas, reaching overhead, pushing, pulling, grasping, lifting up to 90 lbs., carrying up to 50 lbs., and stooping.

Typical Environmental Conditions

• Inside and outside areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, which includes working with and around large machinery, in general offices, outside grounds, variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint and dust.

Travel Requirements

• none.
• Physical requirements consist of being able to meet the physical demands for the entire shift.

Benefits

• 401 K Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
• Choice of Global Cash Card or Direct Deposit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Inclusive and Diverse Team Environment

Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

For a general description of benefits that are being offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits .

About Us

We are Alsco Uniforms. We've been committed to our customers since 1889, proudly pioneering the uniform and linen rental industry and growing into a global leader serving over 350,000 customers across 13 countries. We provide exceptional service and create solutions that strengthen our customers' operations.

At Alsco, our diverse workforce drives performance, innovation, and exceptional service. We're looking for individuals who want to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact. Explore how Alsco helps you build a successful career with competitive compensation, benefits, and ongoing opportunities for growth.

Join our team and build your career with Alsco Uniforms!

Alsco Uniforms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Alsco Uniforms considers candidates for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, we do not discriminate based on genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Specifically, protected veteran status includes status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, or active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran.

Thank You for Considering Alsco Uniforms

Thank you for your interest in joining Alsco Uniforms. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and safety sensitive drug screening.

Revised: 04/29/2022

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