Lead Custodian - Weekend Night Shift

Verde-Facilities; Troy (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Verde Clean is seeking a Lead Custodian to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming facilities. This role covers assigned cleaning areas, supervises a small team, and handles calls and emails to coordinate daily tasks. The position emphasizes dependable, detail-oriented teamwork within a community-focused culture.

The role requires leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to supervise and motivate staff across shifts. Schedule is Fri–Sun, 6:00pm–6:30am; pay is $19/hour.

Qualifications

• Previous custodial experience, preferably with leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Strong communication skills; bilingual preferred.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Cover assigned cleaning areas and assist with day-to-day custodial tasks.
• Support and supervise the team.
• Take incoming phone calls on the company-issued phone and follow up as needed.
• Respond to emails and coordinate tasks to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all building occupants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Job description

At Verde Clean, we're dedicated to creating clean, healthy, and sustainable environments. As a Lead Custodian, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and welcoming atmosphere of our facilities. If you're passionate about providing exceptional service and making a positive environmental impact, we want you to be part of our team!

Position Details

• Schedule: Fri, Sat & Sun, 6:00pm to 6:30am
• Pay: $19/hour
• Start: ASAP

What You'll Do:

• Cover assigned cleaning areas and assist with day-to-day custodial tasks.
• Support and supervise the team.
• Take incoming phone calls on the company-issued phone and follow up as needed.
• Respond to emails and coordinate tasks to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all building occupants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who We Are: Verde Clean

Founded in 2019, Verde Clean is a minority-owned, eco-friendly facilities services company that prioritizes environmental protection and social justice. Our mission is to provide clean spaces where people work, learn, and play, all while supporting sustainability and community well-being.

At Verde, we live by our core values: Safety, Sustainability, Social Impact, and Awesomeness. We serve diverse communities nationwide and offer our full-time employees paid volunteer hours to make a difference through community service.

Why Verde Clean?

At Verde, you'll join a community-focused organization with a high-energy culture. Here's what makes us unique:

• Positive Workplace Culture: We prioritize a family-friendly environment with fun team activities and events organized by our Culture Committee. You'll hear "Vs Up!" as we celebrate our core values: Safety, Sustainability, Social Impact, and Awesomeness.
• Community Involvement: We support causes related to minority, environmental, and youth-focused initiatives, and offer paid volunteer time off (VTO) so you can make a meaningful impact.
• Growth & Development: We believe in the growth of our employees and provide opportunities for advancement within the company.

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and a team player. To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Previous custodial experience, preferably with leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Ability to lead and motivate a small team.
• Strong communication skills; bilingual preferred.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.

The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with applicable law.

• Must be able to stand, walk, and move continuously throughout an entire shift on various surfaces including concrete, tile, and carpet; ability to climb stairs and navigate multi-floor facilities as needed
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 lbs. unassisted frequently; up to 35 infrequently
• Must be able to push and maneuver loaded janitorial carts, trash receptacles, and supply carts weighing up to 25 lbs. frequently; up to 35 infrequently
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting, and overhead reaching up to 8 feet using a step stool or ladder; repeated twisting and extension of arms and shoulders while mopping, sweeping, scrubbing, and wiping surfaces
• Ability to grip, squeeze, and manipulate cleaning tools, spray bottles, brooms, mops, and equipment controls repeatedly throughout the shift; manual dexterity sufficient to operate floor buffers, auto scrubbers, wet/dry vacuums, and steam cleaners
• Ability to identify areas requiring cleaning, inspect surfaces for soil and residue, and read product labels and safety data sheets (SDS); ability to distinguish colors sufficient to sort waste streams and identify chemical products
• Must be able to work in environments with varying temperatures including outdoor areas, and high-humidity areas such as restrooms and kitchens; ability to tolerate exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, odors, and allergens while following all PPE and safety protocols
• Capable of maintaining consistent physical output throughout the shift with standard rest breaks

Safety First:

Safety is our top priority at Verde. Our team members participate in daily stretch and flex sessions to promote wellness and injury prevention.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

As a certified minority business, Verde is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe in equal opportunity for all employees, regardless of race, gender, religion, or background.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're ready to join a company that values sustainability, safety, and community,