Custodian

Thistle; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Thistle in Vacaville, CA seeks a Custodian to uphold cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence across indoor and outdoor spaces. Reporting to the Facilities & Maintenance Manager, you will perform routine cleaning, restock supplies, and ensure PPE protocols are followed to create a welcoming workplace for employees.

This role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and attention to detail, with a focus on maintaining a professional environment and supporting a productive facility for the team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning tasks across floors, restrooms, lunchrooms, and common areas.
• Manage PPE and COVID cleaning protocols and stock PPE such as hairnets, masks, gloves, and sanitizers.
• Operate commercial cleaning equipment including vacuums, floor buffers, and carpet cleaners.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance for all office and lobby spaces.

Job description

TITLE: Custodian DEPARTMENT: Facilities REPORTS TO: Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Who We Are

Thistle makes it easy to eat well - without overthinking it. Thistle was founded in 2013 with a mission to help people get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of our food system. Thistle delivers fully prepared, healthy-by-default meals, snacks, desserts, and organic cold-pressed juices. We believe the health of people starts with eating real, whole foods, in the right balance, without the friction. We're building a future where nutritious, sustainable food is accessible, craveable, and part of everyday life.

About The Role

Reporting to the Facilities & Maintenance Manager, the Custodian is pivotal in upholding the organization's commitment to operational excellence. This role ensures the property is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, functionality, and safety, fostering a welcoming and well-maintained environment for all employees. By promoting a culture of safety, efficiency, and organizational pride, the Custodian supports the company's mission to create a safe and productive workplace, overseeing the upkeep of both indoor and outdoor spaces.

How You'll Make a Difference

• Ensure compliance with PPE and COVID cleaning protocols, maintaining stock levels of items such as hairnets, masks, gloves, lab coats, and other protective gear.
• Perform routine cleaning tasks, including:
• Cleaning and disinfecting floors, restrooms, lunchrooms, and common areas.
• Emptying trash and recycling bins.
• Dusting and sanitizing surfaces, doorknobs, and high-touch areas.
• Cleaning windows and maintaining clear visibility.
• Refill and maintain functionality of paper, soap, and sanitizer dispensers across the facility.
• Collaborate with the Inventory Specialist to manage and restock janitorial supplies and chemicals, ensuring consistent inventory availability.
• Operate and maintain commercial cleaning equipment, including vacuums, floor buffers, and carpet cleaners.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance for all office and lobby spaces.