Industrial Custodian

Pace Academy; Blossom (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Company-paid Life Insurance

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Pace Academy is seeking an Industrial Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing environment across offices, breakrooms, and production areas. The role requires independent work, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle oil, grease, and debris while complying with safety policies and 5S initiatives.

Training is provided, with opportunities to grow within the facility. Typical duties include operating floor scrubbers, maintaining cleaning equipment, and ensuring

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing custodial roles preferred.
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and read SDS.
• Independent worker with strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, breakrooms, offices, and production areas.
• Operate industrial cleaning equipment and maintain floors.
• Remove debris like oil, grease, and metal shavings.
• Restock supplies and dispose waste per procedures.
• Follow safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Assist with spill cleanup and 5S/continuous improvement programs.

Skills

Independence at work

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Punctuality

Ability to follow instructions

Prioritization in fast-paced env

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial cleaning equipment

Cleaning chemicals handling

Job description

Position Summary

The Industrial Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing environment throughout the facility. This position performs general custodial duties in office, breakroom, restroom, and production areas while ensuring all work areas meet company cleanliness and safety standards. Unlike traditional commercial cleaning, this position routinely cleans industrial manufacturing environments where oil, grease, metal shavings, dust, and other production-related debris are present. This position requires a highly motivated individual who can work independently with little to no direct supervision while consistently maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and productivity.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, breakrooms, offices, conference rooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Clean and maintain production floors, aisles, workstations, and surrounding manufacturing areas.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain floors using appropriate cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Remove oil, grease, coolant residue, metal shavings, and other manufacturing debris from production areas.
• Empty trash and recycling containers throughout the facility and dispose of waste according to company procedures.
• Clean windows, doors, walls, lockers, drinking fountains, and other facility surfaces.
• Restock restroom and breakroom supplies.
• Operate industrial cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, buffers, vacuums, and pressure washers.
• Clean machinery exteriors and surrounding work areas without interfering with production equipment.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and notify management of repair needs.
• Follow all safety procedures when handling cleaning chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Assist with spill cleanup and emergency housekeeping needs.
• Maintain inventory of custodial supplies.
• Support company housekeeping initiatives, including 5S or continuous improvement programs.
• Follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Plan, prioritize, and complete assigned cleaning tasks independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Skills & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, or custodial experience preferred.
• Experience using industrial cleaning equipment is a plus.
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with little to no supervision while managing daily responsibilities effectively.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to identify cleaning needs without being directed.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, and climbing.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds independently.
• Frequent repetitive use of hands and arms.
• Ability to operate powered cleaning equipment safely.
• Ability to work around moving machinery.
• Ability to work in environments with oil, grease, metal shavings, dust, noise, and varying temperatures.

Work Environment

Work is performed throughout an active manufacturing and production facility, including offices, breakrooms, restrooms, warehouse areas, and production departments. The position routinely works around industrial equipment, forklifts, machining operations, oil, grease, coolants, and metal shavings. Appropriate PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and safety footwear, may be required depending on the work area.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

Preferred Qualifications

Success in this position requires a self-starter who takes initiative, recognizes areas needing attention, and completes work thoroughly without constant direction or supervision.