Custodian

Jobtailor; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking reliable janitorial staff to perform daily cleaning tasks and manage hazardous waste handling in a busy facility.

The role requires operating cleaning equipment, following strict safety protocols, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. 3–6 months of training or experience is preferred, with certifications such as safety training and forklift a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–6 months training or experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license
• Completed all safety and task training certification
• May be required to be forklift certified
• Bilingual ability is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, compounds, and chemicals and their safe, efficient use
• Knowledge of the upkeep and care of cleaning equipment
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and safely

Responsibilities

• Perform janitorial duties and duties listed on the daily schedule
• Collect, classify, sort, store, ship, receive, label, clean, recycle, and package special and hazardous waste
• Operate motorized cleaning equipment
• Maintain daily upkeep of assigned areas and a clean work area
• Report incidents and hazardous conditions to the supervisor
• Comply with safety rules, policies, procedures, protocols, and company rules
• Stop at-risk behavior of others and self
• Perform work assignments with other employees and repetitive tasks
• Communicate professionally with leads, supervisors, co-workers, managers, and customers
• Fill in during staff shortages
• Support the shift lead in completing punch-list items
• Use proper personal protective equipment and maintain a professional appearance and conduct
• Provide customer service and understand customer satisfaction
• Understand reporting systems and the work environment

Skills

Cleaning methods

Equipment operation

Chemical safety

Waste classification

Lift 35 pounds

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Personal protective equipment

Forklift (certification)

Job description

• Perform janitorial duties and duties listed on the daily schedule
• Collect, classify, sort, store, ship, receive, label, clean, recycle, and package special and hazardous waste
• Operate motorized cleaning equipment
• Maintain daily upkeep of assigned areas and a clean work area
• Report incidents and hazardous conditions to the supervisor
• Comply with safety rules, policies, procedures, protocols, and company rules
• Stop at-risk behavior of others and self
• Perform work assignments with other employees and repetitive tasks
• Communicate professionally with leads, supervisors, co-workers, managers, and customers
• Fill in during staff shortages
• Support the shift lead in completing punch-list items
• Use proper personal protective equipment and maintain a professional appearance and conduct
• Provide customer service and understand customer satisfaction
• Understand reporting systems and the work environment

Requirements

• No specific education requirement
• 3–6 months training or experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license
• Completed all safety and task training certification
• May be required to be forklift certified
• Bilingual ability is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, compounds, and chemicals and their safe, efficient use
• Knowledge of the upkeep and care of cleaning equipment
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and safely

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in janitorial duties, including the safe handling of hazardous waste and operation of cleaning equipment. Strong communication skills and adherence to safety protocols are essential for maintaining a clean and compliant work environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Janitorial Duties
• Hazardous Waste Management
• Motorized Cleaning Equipment Operation
• Safety Compliance
• Verbal And Written Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Cleaning Methods
• Equipment Operation
• Chemical Safety
• Waste Classification
• Ability To Lift 35 Pounds

Soft Skills

• Professional Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Customer Service

Certifications & Qualifications

• Safety And Task Training Certification
• Forklift Certification

Industry Keywords

• Janitorial Services
• Workplace Safety
• Cleaning Equipment Maintenance
• Customer Satisfaction

Tools & Technologies

• Personal Protective Equipment
• Forklift