Plant Janitor/Cleaner

North West Rubber Colorado; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

North West Rubber Colorado is seeking an experienced janitorial worker for an on-site full-time role in Houston, TX. You will perform routine cleaning, sanitizing, and maintenance across production and facility spaces, ensuring safe and compliant operations.

You will operate cleaning equipment, manage supplies, and follow OSHA standards while working independently with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months of cleaning/janitorial experience.
• Must read, write and speak basic English.
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions.
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA) helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitizing of production and facility areas.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum floors and disinfect surfaces.
• Manage trash and recycling disposal processes.
• Operate floor scrubbers, pressure washers, and carpet cleaners.
• Monitor supply inventory and report needs.
• Follow hazardous materials handling procedures.
• Respond promptly to cleaning and maintenance requests.
• Adhere to safety policies and PPE usage.
• Support plant operations by maintaining cleanliness per OSHA and company standards.

Skills

Independent worker

Read/write basic English

Procedures compliance

Safety mindset

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Location

Houston, Texas

Department

Plant Overhead

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitizing of production/facility areas and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors; clean and disinfect surfaces.
• Empty trash and recycling bins regularly and ensure proper disposal procedures are followed.
• Operate industrial cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers and pressure washers, carpet cleaners.
• Monitor cleaning supply inventory and report needs to supervisor.
• Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of hazardous materials.
• Respond to cleaning and maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Support plant operations by maintaining cleanliness in compliance with OSHA and company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior janitorial, housekeeping, or custodial experience in an industrial or commercial setting.
• Ability to work independently and follow verbal or written instructions.
• Familiarity with basic cleaning equipment and chemical handling procedures.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial plant environments.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
• Ability to operate forklifts

Required

• Must have a minimum one (6) months of experience in cleaning/janitorial in general
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Basic English
• Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
• Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions

Physical Demands/Abilities

• Ability to lift 60 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work at heights.
• Comfortable working in manufacturing environments with varying temperatures, noise, and exposure to industrial equipment.
• Ability perform repetitive tasks.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing production environment.
• Automated/manual production machinery.
• Periods of high ambient temperatures and excessive noise.