School Custodial Cleaner Zone 1 - Putnam County

ABM industries; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking a reliable School Custodian to perform general cleaning duties across classrooms, hallways, restrooms and common areas on a K-12 or higher education campus. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to cleaning protocols and supplier guidelines, with on-the-job training provided.

Candidates should be 18+, with no formal education required, and a willingness to learn. Prior customer service experience is preferred but not required; one year in similar work is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No experience required and on the job training provided.
• No high school diploma, GED or college degree required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas including classrooms and restrooms.
• Sweep, mop floors and remove debris in designated areas.
• Regularly empty trash and maintain recycling.
• Follow chemical safety and equipment procedures.
• Report repairs or issues to lead cleaner or manager.
• Establish effective communication with clients and staff.
• Move furniture as needed for cleaning.
• Clean interior surfaces and windows as required.
• Address seasonal tasks such as snow removal when needed.
• Ensure restroom cleanliness and compliance with standards.

Skills

Customer service

Education

No high school diploma, GED or college degree required.

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and experienced School Custodian to perform general cleaning duties in designated areas at a K-12 school, college or university campus environment.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members

A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. ABM is a military and veteran friendly employer, veterans and candidates with military experience encouraged to apply. Military Occupational Specialty Code: 92S, 92Y, LS, 3051, 3F1X1

• 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

Basic Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• No experience required and on the job training provided.
• No high school diploma, GED or college degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior customer service experience
• One (1) year of prior similar work experience.