Custodian

Malace|HR; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Malace|HR is seeking a custodian for a Research Facility site in St. Joseph, MO. The role involves heavy cleaning duties, including floors, rugs, walls, and general spaces, with PPE and safety procedures required.

Shifts include 7a-3:30p, Sunday-Saturday, with days off assigned after start. Steel-Toe footwear is required from day 1. The position offers hourly compensation and on-site work in Saint Joseph, MO.

Qualifications

• Experience in janitorial, custodian, cleaner or housekeeping roles.
• Able to lift 50 lbs+ regularly.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, and clean floors throughout assigned areas.
• Disinfect restrooms, locker rooms, break rooms, offices, hallways, stairways, and common areas.
• Operate custodial equipment such as floor scrubbers, vacuums, and buffers.
• Respond to spills promptly and report hazards to supervisor.
• Follow safety procedures and properly use PPE.

Skills

Janitorial experience

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Reliable transportation

Job description

Seeking Custodian for an Research Facility site in St. Joseph, MO

Overview

• Steel-Toe required day 1 of work, will NOT be allowed onsite without
• $15.88/hour

Shifts

• 7a-3:30p, Sunday-Saturday, days off given upon start

Keeps buildings clean and orderly. Performs heavy cleaning duties, including cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, and clean floors throughout assigned areas.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, locker rooms, break rooms, offices, hallways, stairways, and common areas.
• Cage Cleaning and pet condominiums are to be cleaned as well if needed.
• Empty trash and recycling containers and transport waste to designated collection areas.
• Clean and maintain high-touch surfaces such as doors, handles, railings, fixtures, and other frequently used areas.
• Dust and wipe down furniture, fixtures, equipment, and other designated surfaces.
• Replenish restroom and janitorial supplies, including toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and other consumables.
• Perform floor care, including scrubbing, buffing, stripping, waxing, and applying floor finishes as assigned.
• Operate custodial equipment such as floor scrubbers, sweepers, buffers, vacuums, and other powered cleaning equipment.
• Safely use cleaning chemicals and follow required labeling, dilution, storage, and handling procedures.
• Respond to spills, leaks, and other housekeeping issues promptly and report hazards to the supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness around production and facility areas without interfering with manufacturing operations.
• Follow designated pedestrian paths, restricted-area requirements, and facility traffic rules.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, safety footwear, hearing protection, or other PPE as required.
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, spills, maintenance issues, and other workplace hazards to the supervisor.
• Maintain custodial closets, equipment, and supplies in a clean and organized condition.
• Perform routine cleaning inspections and correct deficiencies when identified.
• Assist with special cleaning projects, facility events, shutdown cleaning, and other assigned tasks.
• Follow all subcontractor policies as well as applicable facility rules, safety requirements, and procedures.
• Work cooperatively with employees, subcontractor personnel, supervisors, and other facility service providers.
• Perform additional janitorial and facility-support duties as assigned.

While janitorial is a good part of the services we offer, we also handle various other tasks. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Removing and Bailing Cardboard
• Moving and stacking Pallets
• Floor cleaning
• Fork truck operation

Qualifications:;

• Previous experience in a janitor, custodian, cleaner or housekeeping position preferred
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs.
• Must be able to follow basic safety procedures and precautions due to physical risks and exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Must have reliable transportation