Industrial Warehouse Custodian & Forklift Operator

Ziegler Cat; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO) - 15 days first yr

Job summary

Ziegler CAT is hiring a full-time Custodian to keep our Power Systems Industrial Warehouse facility clean and organized. You will work with warehouse staff and technicians to support a safe, efficient environment.

Responsibilities include trash removal, pallet management, spill cleanup, and forklift operation. Requires high school diploma, 2+ years experience, and ability to follow safety procedures. Medical/food service regions may apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• 2+ years related experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for safety procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Able to operate forklift.
• Able to operate required cleaning equipment safely (forklifts, floor scrubbers, and other cleaning equipment).
• Minor mechanical ability.
• Commitment, dependability, planning and organization, attention to detail, efficiency.
• This role is safety-sensitive and will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement.

Responsibilities

• Remove trash from the facility and maintain receptacles daily.
• Move empty pallets and cardboard to the bins outside.
• Provide custodial assistance to other departments as requested.
• Maintain a clean and orderly loading dock area.
• Keep will-call areas clean and organized.
• Maintain and clean shop, warehouse, and parts areas.
• Clean and maintain entry and exit door areas.
• Clean and maintain equipment as assigned.
• Clean up spills, including hazardous materials like battery acid and oil.
• Maintain wash bay area and walls daily.
• Assist with tool crib organization and cleanliness.
• Safely operate the forklift.
• Work cooperatively with team and superiors.

Skills

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Basic computer skills

Ability to follow safety procedures

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Floor scrubbers

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Ziegler CAT is hiring a full-time Custodian to keep our Power Systems Industrial Warehouse facility clean and organized. You will work with warehouse staff and technicians to support a safe, efficient environment.

Responsibilities include trash removal, pallet management, spill cleanup, and forklift operation. Requires high school diploma, 2+ years experience, and ability to follow safety procedures. Medical/food service regions may apply.