Custodian Co-op

Keel; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefit Package

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship

Job summary

Keel Midwest is seeking a Facilities Support Co-op for hands-on, entry-level experience in an industrial setting. You will assist staff with upkeep, cleanliness, and basic shop support tasks while balancing school commitments.

Ideal candidates are current high school students in Michigan, legally authorized to work in the U.S., and capable of following instructions, communicating effectively, and prioritizing tasks. Regular safety training and teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must be a current high school student.
• Must obtain and maintain a Michigan work permit issued through the school district.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to follow basic verbal and written instructions.
• Must have good communication skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Commitment to scheduled hours that align with school attendance requirements.
• Participation in facility safety training and adherence to all safety protocols.
• Must comply with Michigan youth employment regulations regarding hours and duties.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and organized with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• General labor duties as assigned.
• Cleaning walls, floors, equipment and other areas of the facility.
• Restocking cleaning supplies and maintaining janitorial closet in a clean, organized, and safe manner.
• Disposing of waste, sanitation of facilities, and other related areas of the facilities and ground duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Task prioritization

Punctuality & reliability

Teamwork

Education

High school student

Job description

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.

Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.

We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission:

As a Facilities Support Co-op for Keel Midwest, you will be responsible for assisting staff with the upkeep and cleanliness of the facility and other miscellaneous general labor tasks. This entry-level role is designed for Michigan high-school students seeking hands-on experience in an industrial environment while learning basic shop support functions.

Requirements:

Explore the Depth of the Role:

• General labor duties as assigned.
• Cleaning walls, floors, equipment and other areas of the facility.
• Restocking cleaning supplies and maintaining janitorial closest in a clean, organized, and safe manner.
• Disposing of waste, sanitation of facilities, and other related areas of the facilities and ground duties as assigned.

Mission Readiness:

• Must be a current high school student.
• Must obtain and maintain a Michigan work permit issued through the school district.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to follow basic verbal and written instructions.
• Must have good communication skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Commitment to scheduled hours that align with school attendance requirements.
• Participation in facility safety training and adherence to all safety protocols.
• Must comply with Michigan youth employment regulations regarding hours and duties.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and organized with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel between facilities as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
• May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.

Become a part of our Builders and you too can...

• Uphold Safety and Quality Standards
• Embody Team Spirit
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
• Execute with Excellence and Velocity

What Keel will build for you:

• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Match
• HSA/FSA
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Shift Differentials
• Overtime Potential
• Paid on the Job Training
• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
• Committed to Individual Career Growth
• We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

Need Assistance?

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email [e-mail] with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

What we build, builds us.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.