Custodian

Methode Electronics; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellness Program

Time Off Benefits

401(k) company contribution

Job summary

Methode Electronics in Rolling Meadows, IL is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain a clean, safe facility across production, office, and outdoor areas. Responsibilities include cleaning floors, restrooms, and common spaces, plus light maintenance and material handling.

The role requires prior custodial or general labor experience, forklift operation, and the ability to work independently. Flexible availability for emergencies and shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior custodial, facilities maintenance, or general labor experience preferred.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, and scheduled instructions.
• Forklift certification required or must be obtained within a specified period of hire.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to perform minor repairs and routine facility maintenance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and prioritize tasks across multiple areas of the facility.
• Availability to respond to occasional facility emergencies outside of routine duties.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and polish floors and surfaces; clean and wash windows throughout the facility
• Clean restrooms, production areas, and office areas, including covering other areas as needed
• Empty trash receptacles and restock supplies throughout the building
• Maintain the lunchroom before and after breaks and shifts
• Change floor mops and mop heads across departments and collect rags for pick-up
• Wax and refinish production floors as scheduled
• Pick up paper, debris, and litter from grounds and building exteriors
• Change light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and internal HVAC/AC filters; clean AC vents
• Report needed repairs and perform minor repairs to building fixtures and equipment
• Conduct monthly inspection and upkeep of emergency lighting and fire extinguishers
• Change water filters on water fountains and perform touch-up painting as needed
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to prepare, weigh, and load scrap and materials for removal
• Empty used 55-gallon drums of liquids into holding tanks
• Remove damaged skids and excess crate wood, placing them into roll-off containers
• Set up tables and chairs for company events
• Assist contractors (e.g., pest control) with facility walk-throughs
• Assist with snow removal and salting of entryways and other emergency situations, such as replacing emergency door alarm exit batteries
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Safety compliance

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Summary:

Maintains a clean, safe, and well-functioning facility by performing custodial, light maintenance, and material-handling duties across production, office, and grounds areas.

Position Summary:

Maintains a clean, safe, and well-functioning facility by performing custodial, light maintenance, and material-handling duties across production, office, and grounds areas.

Position Responsibilities:

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and polish floors and surfaces; clean and wash windows throughout the facility
• Clean restrooms, production areas, and office areas, including covering other areas as needed
• Empty trash receptacles and restock supplies throughout the building
• Maintain the lunchroom before and after breaks and shifts
• Change floor mops and mop heads across departments and collect rags for pick-up
• Wax and refinish production floors as scheduled
• Pick up paper, debris, and litter from grounds and building exteriors
• Change light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and internal HVAC/AC filters; clean AC vents
• Report needed repairs and perform minor repairs to building fixtures and equipment
• Conduct monthly inspection and upkeep of emergency lighting and fire extinguishers
• Change water filters on water fountains and perform touch-up painting as needed
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to prepare, weigh, and load scrap and materials for removal
• Empty used 55-gallon drums of liquids into holding tanks
• Remove damaged skids and excess crate wood, placing them into roll-off containers
• Set up tables and chairs for company events
• Assist contractors (e.g., pest control) with facility walk-throughs
• Assist with snow removal and salting of entryways and other emergency situations, such as replacing emergency door alarm exit batteries
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Prior custodial, facilities maintenance, or general labor experience preferred
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, and scheduled instructions
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment; forklift certification required or must be obtained within a specified period of hire
• Basic mechanical aptitude to perform minor repairs and routine facility maintenance
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and prioritize tasks across multiple areas of the facility
• Availability to respond to occasional facility emergencies outside of routine duties

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, which is performed throughout the facility, including production floor, office, and outdoor grounds areas. The employee may be exposed to varying outdoor temperatures during snow removal and grounds work, as well as cleaning chemicals and equipment noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

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. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally move heavier loads with the assistance of a forklift or other material handling equipment. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching (including overhead reaching) are required, along with occasional climbing (ladders/step stools) to service lighting, ceiling tiles, and HVAC vents. The role also involves repetitive hand motion and exposure to outdoor conditions during snow removal and grounds duties.

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: EEO Poster, if you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Benefits and Perks:

• Methode offers US employees Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life & Disability insurance, a wellness program, and time off benefits.
• Voluntary benefit plans include Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance.
• Methode provides an Employee Assistance Program, and participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan which includes a company contribution.
• Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.