Custodian

Staffmark; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Staffmark in Torrance, CA is looking for a Custodian on 1st shift, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with possible overtime. You will contribute to a clean, safe, and welcoming facility.

Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, restocking supplies, and assisting with office moves or special projects. Training new team members and reporting maintenance issues are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of janitorial, custodial, housekeeping, or general facilities maintenance experience.
• Experience cleaning commercial, industrial, or office facilities preferred.
• Ability to read and follow safety procedures, product labels, and SDS.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and clean floors and workspaces.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies.
• Collect and dispose of trash per procedures.
• Clean windows, glass surfaces, and fixtures; operate cleaning equipment.
• Report maintenance issues and support facility safety.

Skills

Reliable

Team player

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Now hiring for a Custodian
Location: Torrance, CA
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
Schedule:1st Shift | 5;00 AM – 1:30 PM (With possible OT)

Join the Clean Crew and Keep the Place Looking Good

Searching for custodian jobs or janitor jobs in Torrance? This Custodian role gives you steady hours, simple routines, and a crew that works hard and keeps it real. You make the space shine, and we make sure you are taken care of.

Looking for Custodian jobs in Torrance where your work helps create safe, clean, and welcoming spaces? This opportunity allows you to maintain facilities through dependable cleaning, organization, and attention to detail while supporting a healthy environment for employees, customers, and visitors.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and follow basic instructions, safety procedures, product labels, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required.
• Forklift certification or the ability to pass forklift training is a plus.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of janitorial, custodial, housekeeping, or general facilities maintenance experience required.
• Experience cleaning commercial, industrial, manufacturing, office, healthcare, or educational facilities preferred.
• Experience using cleaning equipment, floor care machines, and janitorial tools.
• Knowledge of safe cleaning practices, chemical handling, and workplace safety procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate professionally and courteously.
• Dependable team player with strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support facility projects as needed.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 100 pounds using carts or dollies.
• Frequent walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and standing throughout the shift.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including eye and hearing protection.
• Comfortable working around cleaning chemicals, dust, heat, cold, fumes, and other industrial environmental conditions.
• Ability to safely perform physical work in a fast-paced facility environment.

Job Duties

• Perform custodial and facility maintenance duties to maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, strip, wax, and clean floors, offices, common areas, and workspaces.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, replenish supplies, and maintain cleanliness standards throughout the facility.
• Collect and dispose of trash and waste materials following established procedures.
• Clean windows, glass doors, mirrors, drinking fountains, fixtures, desks, and other facility surfaces.
• Operate manual and powered cleaning equipment to support facility upkeep.
• Respond to emergency cleaning situations, including the safe handling of hazardous or non-standard waste when required.
• Assist with office moves, meeting setups, facility projects, and special assignments.
• Train new team members on custodial procedures, safety practices, and cleaning standards.
• Report maintenance issues, equipment malfunctions, and repair needs while supporting a safe and efficient workplace.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Supportive Work Environment focused on safety, teamwork, and dependable service.

“Great custodian job. Loved the environment and the employees I worked with. Management is awesome. Well organized and properly trained by excellent managers.” – Temporary Custodian, Staffmark

What You Will Do

As a Custodian you will clean and maintain assigned work areas by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, sanitizing, emptying waste containers, restocking supplies, and performing routine facility upkeep. You will help maintain safe, organized, and sanitary environments while following established cleaning procedures and workplace safety standards.

A Custodian helps maintain the overall appearance, cleanliness, and safety of commercial, industrial, or office facilities. This position requires reliability, organization, and attention to detail while supporting daily facility operations.

The Custodian performs custodial work that helps create comfortable environments for employees, customers, and visitors. Consistent cleaning practices and quality workmanship contribute to a positive workplace experience.

This profession is well suited for individuals who take pride in maintaining clean and organized spaces.