Janitor

Merchants-Building-Maintenance; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Merchants Building Maintenance is hiring a janitor in Walnut Creek, CA to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment at client sites.

Responsibilities include general cleaning, restroom and breakroom upkeep, and adherence to company safety procedures. The role emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and professional conduct on site, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and holidays.

Qualifications

• The candidate must be reliable, punctual, and able to follow cleaning protocols.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail and safety.
• Effective communication and professional conduct on client sites.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors to maintain a sanitary environment.
• Restroom maintenance: clean, sanitize, restock supplies.
• Clean breakrooms and common areas: tables, counters, appliances.
• Follow safety procedures and report hazards or maintenance issues promptly.
• Meet client inspection standards and complete tasks per scope of work.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Job description

Walnut Creek, CA, United States of America

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 Womens Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) and a certified Womens Business Enterprise by the Supplier Clearinghouse.

Job Skills / Requirements

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.
• 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

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays