Distribution Center Custodian

Ozark Automotive Distributors, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401k with employer contributions

Stock purchase plan

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

O'Reilly Auto Parts is seeking a Custodian/Groundskeeper to perform housekeeping, janitorial, and basic maintenance across the distribution center in Lakeland, FL. The role supports interior cleaning and exterior grounds upkeep, contributing to a safe, clean, and efficient operations environment.

Responsibilities include operating floor scrubbers and balers, restocking supplies, and assisting with seasonal exterior tasks.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in custodial, janitorial, or facility maintenance work.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Basic knowledge of groundskeeping or facility maintenance practices.
• Experience operating groundskeeping equipment such as mowers or trimmers.
• Proficiency in one or more additional languages.

Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping and janitorial duties throughout the DC.
• Empty trash and cardboard containers and sweep floor areas to maintain cleanliness.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers and cardboard balers.
• Maintain janitorial stations and ensure cleaning supplies and equipment are stocked and organized.
• Restock paper products and hand cleaning supplies in restrooms and break areas.
• Communicate custodial or maintenance issues to supervisors or DC leadership.
• Assist with general maintenance and facility upkeep tasks as needed.
• Support groundskeeping duties including lawn care, trash removal, and basic landscaping.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal and exterior maintenance.
• Support organization and maintenance of work areas such as tote repair or maintenance zones.
• Follow safety practices and identify unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Operate equipment and perform duties in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Instruction-following

Safety awareness

Languages (additional)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Floor scrubbers

Cardboard balers

Groundskeeping equipment (mowers/trimmers)

Job description

The Custodian / Groundskeeper performs housekeeping, janitorial, and basic maintenance tasks across the distribution center (DC) to maintain a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment. This role supports both interior cleaning and exterior grounds upkeep while assisting with general maintenance activities to ensure operations run efficiently.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform housekeeping and janitorial duties throughout the DC.
• Empty trash and cardboard containers and sweep floor areas to maintain cleanliness.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers and cardboard balers.
• Maintain janitorial stations and ensure cleaning supplies and equipment are stocked and organized.
• Restock paper products and hand cleaning supplies in restrooms and break areas.
• Communicate custodial or maintenance issues to supervisors or DC leadership.
• Assist with general maintenance and facility upkeep tasks as needed.
• Support groundskeeping duties including lawn care, trash removal, and basic landscaping.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal and exterior maintenance.
• Support organization and maintenance of work areas such as tote repair or maintenance zones.
• Follow safety practices and identify unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Operate equipment and perform duties in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 1+ year of experience in custodial, janitorial, or facility maintenance work.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks consistently.
• Ability to operate basic cleaning equipment or willingness to learn.
• Understanding of basic safety practices in a warehouse or facility environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Basic knowledge of groundskeeping or facility maintenance practices.
• Experience operating groundskeeping equipment such as mowers or trimmers.
• Proficiency in one or more additional languages.

Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions
• Starting Day One Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O'Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O'Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.

O'Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.

Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call [phone] option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.

Your first job at O'Reilly Auto Parts is just the beginning! From a comprehensive benefits and compensation package to a rewarding and positive work environment, your leaders will support you and foster your development so you can grow with the company. Our promote-from-within philosophy means our top leaders worked their way up - and you can, too. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and history at oreillyauto.com/careers.