Janitorial Custodian

Unigen Corporation; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Unigen Corporation in Newark, CA seeks a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment across manufacturing facilities. The role focuses on cleaning restrooms, breakrooms, and common areas to support daily operations and a healthy workplace.

You will operate cleaning equipment, follow safety procedures, replenish supplies, and prepare rooms for meetings or events, with opportunities to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Previous custodial or janitorial experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment (buffers, vacuums, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, breakrooms, hallways, and other facility areas as needed
• Sweep, mop and perform floor care on epoxy coating in manufacturing areas
• Empty trash and recycling bins and dispose of waste properly
• Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
• Clean windows, mirrors, and glass surfaces as directed
• Follow safety procedures and use cleaning chemicals properly
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report any malfunctions
• Setup and break down rooms for meetings or events as needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health regulations

Skills

Cleaning equipment operation

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

TheCustodianis responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment within assigned facilities. This role ensures that manufacturing areas, restrooms, and common work areas are cleaned, sanitized, and well-maintained to support daily operations and promote a healthy workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, breakrooms, hallways, and other facility areas as needed
• Sweep, mop and performfloor care on epoxy coating in manufacturing areas
• Empty trash and recycling bins and dispose of waste properly
• Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
• Clean windows, mirrors, and glass surfaces as directed
• Follow safety procedures and use cleaning chemicals properly
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report any malfunctions
• Setup and break down rooms for meetings or events as needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health regulations

Qualifications

• Previous custodial or janitorial experience is a plus
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment (buffers, vacuums, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks
• Comfortable working in various environments (indoors/outdoors, in manufacturing lab environment and different temperatures)
• May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or early morning shifts based on business needs.
• Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals, cleaning equipment, and varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided as required.