Janitor

Merchants Building Maintenance; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Merchants Building Maintenance is seeking a janitor to maintain clean, sanitary, and orderly client facilities on the third shift. Responsibilities include routine cleaning, waste removal, and ensuring areas meet company and client standards.

You will perform floor care, surface cleaning, restroom sanitation, and waste management while adhering to safety guidelines and reporting any issues to the supervisor. Travel to multiple client sites is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial cleaning preferred.
• Able to follow safety procedures and client guidelines.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors to meet cleanliness standards.
• Dust and wipe surfaces, furniture, and fixtures in assigned areas.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, replenish supplies, and manage waste.
• Tidy breakrooms and common areas, including appliances and counters.
• Follow all safety procedures, report hazards, and maintain client cleanliness expectations.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Professional conduct

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Overview

About Merchants Building Maintenance, LLC

We’re a reliable, responsive commercial cleaning company.

Merchants Building Maintenance is a full-service, family-owned and operated commercial cleaning company that has grown to become one of the largest providers in the Southwestern US.

Our Mission: To excel in all that we do for our customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve by continuously improving the quality and value of our services.

Family Atmosphere: Every one of our 6,000+ team members is important to us. We’re proud to treat everyone on our staff like family.

Woman-Owned: We are a certified woman-owned business by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) and a certified Women’s Business Enterprise by the Supplier Clearinghouse.

Job Details

The janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly environment. This includes routine cleaning, waste removal, and ensuring all assigned areas meet company and client standards.

General Cleaning Duties

• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors
• Dust and wipe down surfaces, furniture, and fixtures
• Clean windows, mirrors, and glass surfaces.

Restroom Maintenance

• Clean and sanitize toilets, sinks, and counters.
• Refill supplies (soap, paper towels, toilet paper)
• Empty trash and maintain odor control.

Trash & Waste Removal

• Collect and dispose of trash from all designated areas
• Replace liners in trash receptacles
• Handle recycling according to guidelines.

Breakroom / Common Areas

• Clean tables, countertops, and appliances (microwave, refrigerator, sink)
• Maintain cleanliness and organization.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety procedures and client guidelines.
• Use cleaning chemicals properly and safely.
• Report hazards, damages, or maintenance issues promptly.
• Reports to: Supervisor / Area Manager
• May be required to submit reports or photos of completed work.

Quality Standards

• Complete all assigned tasks per scope of work
• Maintain consistency and attention to detail
• Ensure all areas meet client expectations and inspection standards.

Performance Expectations

• Reliability and punctuality
• Consistent completion of duties
• Professional behavior on client sites
• Responsiveness to feedback and corrective actions

This position reports to Julio Ortiz.

Travel is required.

The Following Screenings Are Required

• Drug Screen
• Criminal Background Check
• Finger Printing
• Employment Verification

The Following Shifts Are Available

• Third shift