Industrial Facility Custodian & Safety Focus

Guardian Equipment, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 90 days

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Guardian Equipment, Inc. is seeking a dependable Janitor I to maintain cleanliness and safety across our manufacturing facility in Chicago. You report to the Plant Manager and will perform daily cleaning, trash removal, and routine maintenance on floors, restrooms, and common areas.

The role emphasizes safety compliance, proper PPE use, and the ability to operate basic hand tools. Expect opportunities for advancement and a structured pay progression after a 90-day probation period.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred but not mandatory.
• 2-3 years janitorial experience in manufacturing/commercial/industrial setting preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Daily Cleaning and trash removal for restrooms, receiving area, stockroom, shipping area, assembly floor, and cafeterias.
• Grounds maintenance: collect trash and debris on property including plant beds and parking lots.
• Seasonal maintenance: outdoor upkeep such as shoveling snow from walkways and driveways.
• Weekly maintenance: cleaning/mopping aisles; test emergency exit lights and fire alarm components.
• Monthly maintenance: inspect extinguishers and eyewash equipment; clean mezzanines and dock doors.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE (safety glasses, boots, hand protection).

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Equivalent experience

Tools

Hand tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Guardian Equipment, Inc. is seeking a dependable Janitor I to maintain cleanliness and safety across our manufacturing facility in Chicago. You report to the Plant Manager and will perform daily cleaning, trash removal, and routine maintenance on floors, restrooms, and common areas.

The role emphasizes safety compliance, proper PPE use, and the ability to operate basic hand tools. Expect opportunities for advancement and a structured pay progression after a 90-day probation period.