Nightshift School Custodian — Keep Campuses Sparkling

ABM Industries; Wanaque (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking a School Custodian to perform general cleaning duties at a K-12 or college campus environment, with a full-time night shift. The role involves cleaning classrooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, and other areas, using cleaning chemicals and equipment safely, and maintaining a clean, safe facility for students and staff.

The position requires 18+ years old, on-the-job training provided, and no high school diploma is necessary. Prior customer service experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No experience required; on‑the‑job training provided.
• No high school diploma, GED or college degree required.
• Prior customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned area, which may include classrooms, hallways, restrooms, locker rooms, office, and stairways
• Sweep, remove debris, clean spills, and mop floors in designated areas
• Regularly check trash receptacles, emptying as needed, in all designated areas
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures
• Notify lead cleaner or manager concerning the need for minor or major repairs or additions to building operating systems
• Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with clients, co-workers, shift coordinators, supervisors, managers, etc.
• Collect, consolidate, and separate recycling into proper receptacles
• Clean and dust desks, chairs, tables furniture, fixtures, doors, sills, floors, ceiling, and walls
• Polish hard surfaces, e.g. woodwork, stainless steel surfaces
• Wipe and clean tabletops, chairs, and equipment in food areas
• Move cabinets, boxes, furniture, crates and equipment to clean areas, either manually or by using hand trucks
• Clean interior partition glass, windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees
• Sweep walks, rake leaves, cut grass, remove snow or perform other incidental seasonal tasks
• Maintain the cleanliness of restrooms (clean and polish as needed)
• Comply with all safety, security, compliance, and quality standards and procedures established by the Company, Clients, and regulatory authorities

Skills

Customer service

Job description

ABM Industries is seeking a School Custodian to perform general cleaning duties at a K-12 or college campus environment, with a full-time night shift. The role involves cleaning classrooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, and other areas, using cleaning chemicals and equipment safely, and maintaining a clean, safe facility for students and staff.

The position requires 18+ years old, on-the-job training provided, and no high school diploma is necessary. Prior customer service experience is a plus.