Custodian

Cologix; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Cologix in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a dependable Custodian to maintain a clean and safe data center environment. This full-time role includes routine janitorial services, grounds maintenance, and supporting ESG practices. Candidates should have at least two years of relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and basic computer skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401k retirement plan with employer match, among others.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in custodial, janitorial, or facilities support work preferred.
• Basic computer skills required for tasks like email and data entry.
• Ability to perform physical work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning of common areas and offices.
• Collect, separate, and dispose of trash and recyclables.
• Support site readiness for customer visits and daily operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work safely

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Grounds equipment

Job description

About Our Company

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is a leading North America network‑neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and Scalelogix® hyperscale edge data centers in 13 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier‑dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 35+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.

About the Position

We are seeking a dependable, proactive Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and professional data center environment that supports daily operations, audit readiness, and customer confidence. This role is responsible for routine janitorial services across common areas, offices, hallways, and support spaces, as well as grounds maintenance, seasonal weather support, waste handling, and common‑area supply readiness. Beyond basic housekeeping, you will help ensure the facility remains orderly, accessible, and presentable in a live, customer‑facing, mission‑critical environment. You will coordinate work with Operations to avoid disrupting site activity, support recycling and waste management practices, assist with ESG‑related documentation, and help maintain safe exterior conditions during changing weather.

What You Do Daily

• Perform routine cleaning of common areas, offices, hallways, support spaces, and other non‑IT areas in accordance with site standards
• Keep floors, walkways, staging areas, and workspaces clean, orderly, and free of debris or obstructions
• Support approved cleaning in controlled or data‑hall adjacent areas while following access, escort, and contamination‑control requirements
• Collect, separate, and dispose of trash, recyclables, and approved waste streams in accordance with site and environmental policies
• Maintain custodial, sanitation, and common‑area supplies, along with required waste, recycling, and ESG‑related records
• Perform routine grounds maintenance, snow and ice removal, and seasonal exterior upkeep to support safe site access
• Operate and care for custodial and grounds equipment, along with common‑area and pantry equipment, within approved scope
• Coordinate activities with Operations to support site readiness, customer visits, and changing operational priorities
• Identify and promptly report unsafe conditions, access hazards, spills, leaks, weather impacts, or other issues outside custodial scope

What Makes You a Good Fit

• Experience in custodial, janitorial, grounds, facilities support, or similar work environments
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining clean, organized, and professional spaces
• Ability to work safely and consistently in a live operational environment with clear procedures and boundaries
• Comfortable using a computer for basic tasks including email, training modules, supply ordering, and tracking recycling or ESG‑related reporting
• Comfort handling waste, recycling, cleaning equipment, supplies, and seasonal exterior responsibilities
• Ability to notice and communicate unsafe conditions or site issues quickly and clearly
• Reliable work habits, strong follow‑through, and a professional presence in customer‑facing spaces

Leadership Profile

• Takes ownership of cleanliness, order, and presentation across assigned spaces
• Works proactively to keep the site ready for daily operations, audits, and customer visits
• Follows procedures carefully and coordinates well with Operations and other site personnel
• Maintains professionalism, awareness, and consistency in a mission‑critical environment
• Understands when to act directly and when to report issues for the appropriate team to address

What Success Looks Like

• Common areas, offices, support spaces, and assigned exterior areas are consistently clean, orderly, and professional
• Walkways, access paths, and workspaces remain safe, clear, and ready for daily operations
• Waste, recycling, and supply management are handled consistently and in accordance with site expectations
• Grounds care and seasonal weather response support safe and reliable access to the facility
• Customer, leadership, and audit‑facing spaces are ready when needed and reflect a high standard of care
• Operations has confidence in the quality, reliability, and professionalism of custodial support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2+ years of experience in custodial, janitorial, grounds, or facilities support work preferred
• Experience operating cleaning equipment, grounds equipment, or similar tools preferred
• Basic computer skills required, including email, online training systems, and simple data entry or reporting
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, walking, standing, bending, and working indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
• Ability to support snow and ice removal, grounds upkeep, and seasonal exterior work as needed
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow site procedures, safety practices, and operational direction
• Ability to work flexible hours when needed to support site conditions, weather events, or operational priorities

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and professional environment inside a mission‑critical facility. You will help support the day‑to‑day readiness, accessibility, and presentation of a site that employees, customers, and leadership rely on every day.

Compensation

$20 - $25 an hour

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Non‑accrued PTO
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• Company paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
• Mental Wellness Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discount Marketplace
• Employee Recognition Platform

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equal Opportunity

Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 720‑940‑2551.

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Compliance and Safety

• Understanding and following Cologix’s information security, cybersecurity, privacy, and environmental management policies, procedures, and standards
• Ensuring conformance with the requirements of both the Information Security Management System (ISMS) and the Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Remaining vigilant and reporting any information security or environmental incidents, vulnerabilities, risks, or non‑conformities to the appropriate teams
• Actively participating in Cologix’s efforts to maintain and improve information security and environmental performance