Industrial Janitor

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

Founded forty years ago, Guardian Equipment manufactures industrial safety products (specifically, emergency eyewash and shower equipment). We are a family-owned company and the largest manufacturer of these products in the world. Product quality, innovation and service to our customers drive our success.

• Safety: We never sacrifice safety for speed or money.
• Quality: Durability is our standard, and we never rush orders at the expense of performance metrics.
• Service: We strive to get our customers the products they need when they need them.
• Efficiency: We achieve competitive pricing through waste reduction and lean manufacturing.

Proud to Call Chicago Home

We love Chicago and have always been here. We have two state-of-the-art facilities totaling 200,000 square feet in River North. WaterSaver Faucet is at Erie and Halsted Streets, while Guardian Equipment is at North Branch and Division Streets on Goose Island. Both companies have gated off-street parking, are close to the Kennedy Expressway (I90), and have easy access to public transportation.

Position Summary

The Janitor I is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our facility. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for the overall cleanliness of our manufacturing facility and its grounds.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Daily Cleaning and Maintenance: Perform daily cleaning and trash removal of restrooms, receiving area, stockroom, shipping area, assembly floor, and cafeterias. Bailing cardboard daily. Cutting down oversized wooden pallets using hand tools as needed.
• Grounds Maintenance: Collect trash and debris on company property, including plant beds and parking lots.
• Seasonal Maintenance: Perform outdoor maintenance on a seasonal basis including shoveling snow off walkways and driveways, as needed.
• Weekly Maintenance: Perform weekly plant-wide preventative cleaning/maintenance including mopping main aisles, inspecting and testing emergency exit lights, cleaning fire alarm/strobe lights/sirens and checking internal and external safety lights.
• Monthly Maintenance: Perform monthly plant-wide cleaning and preventative maintenance tasks including inspecting fire extinguishers, inspecting and testing emergency eyewash equipment, cleaning production and engineering mezzanines, cleaning dock doors, etc.
• Safety Adherence: Comply strictly with all company safety policies, including the mandatory and continuous utilization of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and specific hand protection.

Job Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum Experience: 2-3 years of experience in a janitorial capacity preferred. Experience working in a manufacturing/commercial/industrial setting is preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and physical comfort utilizing manual hand tools (e.g., screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, cutters).
• Familiarity with Guardian Equipment products and the materials, equipment, or facility requirements relevant to the position.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Physical Activity: Regularly required to stand, walk, and maintain physical balance for the entire duration of an 8-hour shift. Continuous use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, align, or feel small industrial parts. Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling actions are necessary.
• Lifting Constraints: Must possess the consistent physical capacity to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 35 pounds unassisted throughout the workday.
• Environment: Position is located entirely on an active manufacturing floor. The work area is climate-controlled but subject to minor localized temperature variations.

• Opportunity to earn an additional $1.25 an hour for perfect attendance every two weeks
• Pay increases after a 90 day probationary period.
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health Insurance plans; HMO, PPO, and HSA options after 90 days
• Vision and Dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation.
• Ten (10) paid holidays.
• Five (5) paid sick days per year.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

Guardian Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all personnel. All employment selections are decided based on business necessities, job specifications, merit, and operational performance, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status under the Illinois Human Rights Act and Federal Title VII.