Custodian (SBO)

Five Star Management; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Management is seeking a Plant Custodian in Houston to maintain cleanliness and sanitation across a manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include cleaning production floors, restrooms, and offices; operating floor-cleaning equipment; and restocking supplies while adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

The role supports plant safety and operational efficiency, requiring 1–2 years of custodial experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years custodial or industrial cleaning experience.
• Experience cleaning restrooms, locker rooms, and production floors.
• Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment preferred.
• Familiarity with basic maintenance of cleaning machines or tools.
• Able to read and write.”

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, food safety and quality throughout the plant.
• Immediately report to supervisor any incident or unsafe condition.
• Sweep, mop, and clean production floors regularly.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, break rooms, and office areas.
• Empty and replace trash bags and recycling containers across all departments.
• Operate and maintain floor-cleaning equipment.
• Monitor and restock supplies such as towels, soap, and toilet paper.
• Follow all safety protocols around machines and chemicals.
• Perform tasks with urgency and accuracy.
• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Independent work

Time management

Safety awareness

Communication

Reading & writing

Manual dexterity

Tools

Floor scrubber

Hand tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Houston, TX 77041, The Plant Custodian is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the manufacturing facility, including production areas, offices, restrooms, break rooms. This role supports plant safety, hygiene, and operational efficiency by ensuring a clean and organized work environment and in compliance with company standards.

DESCRIPTION

• Ensure all parameters of Safety, Food Safety and Quality are being adhered to and maintained throughout the plant.


• Immediately report to supervisor any incident and unsafe condition (including minor property damage).


• Sweep, mop, and clean production floors regularly to remove plastic dust, trimmings, and debris.


• Clean and sanitize restrooms, break rooms, and office areas.


• Empty and replace trash bags and recycling containers across all departments.


• Clean entranceways, loading docks, and employee locker rooms areas.


• Operate and maintain floor-cleaning equipment (e.g., sweepers, scrubbers).


• Support general cleaning and sanitation related to pest control protocols.


• Monitor and restock supplies such as paper towels, soap, toilet paper, and cleaning materials.


• Support cleaning tasks in other departments or company locations as requested.


• Notify supervisors of any facility damage, spills, or safety concerns.


• Follow all safety protocols, especially around machines, plastic waste, and chemical use.


• Follows housekeeping standards.


• Maintain area organized and clean.


• Perform all tasks with a sense of urgency and accuracy.


• Follows safety policies and sanitation regulations.


• Conduct other duties as assigned by management.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work independently.


• Efficient time management skills.


• Thoroughly cleans and inspects work areas, especially high-traffic and high-dust zones.


• Mechanical ability to run equipment and use small hand tools.


• Quickly adjusts to schedule changes, special cleaning projects, or emergencies.


• Ability to be organized, multitask and keep up in a fast-paced environment.


• Effective communication with other team members and production personnel.


• Able to read and write.


• Maintains a positive attitude, takes pride in work, and strives to meet company cleanliness standards.


• Repetitive bending, stooping and reaching for extended periods.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1-2 years of custodial, janitorial, or industrial cleaning experience required.


• Experience maintaining restrooms, locker rooms, and production floors in a plant environment.


• Experience cleaning in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment strongly preferred.


• Familiarity with basic maintenance of cleaning machines or tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks.


• Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices (tape measure, scale, etc.).


• Ability of repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, kneeling, and carrying.


• Excellent hand-eye coordination.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily on the manufacturing floor, which may involve exposure to loud noises, machinery, high temperatures and chemicals.


• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.