Job Summary
The Shop Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and professional mechanic shop and surrounding work areas. This position performs routine custodial duties throughout the shop and company yard. Because shop operations involve equipment, vehicles, parts, oil, grease, fluids, and other materials, this position plays an important role in keeping work areas free from unnecessary debris, spills, and housekeeping hazards. The Shop Custodian is expected to work safely around mechanics, vehicles, equipment, and ongoing maintenance activities and promptly report unsafe conditions to the Shop Manager.
Essential Functions & Primary Responsibilities
Shop Cleaning & Housekeeping
- Sweep, mop, scrub, and clean shop floors and designated work areas.
- Remove dirt, mud, oil residue, grease, trash, packaging materials, and other debris from shop areas.
- Clean around workbenches, toolboxes, parts areas, equipment, and other designated shop spaces without interfering with active maintenance work.
- Maintain aisles, walkways, entrances, exits, and common areas in a clean and orderly condition.
- Clean doors, windows, walls, counters, sinks, and other surfaces as needed.
- Perform periodic deep cleaning of shop areas and equipment surfaces as directed.
- Help maintain an orderly environment by returning housekeeping supplies and designated materials to their proper locations.
- Notify the Shop Manager of areas requiring repair, maintenance, or additional attention.
Spill & Safety Housekeeping
- Respond promptly to routine spills and housekeeping concerns within the employee's training and assigned responsibilities.
- Use appropriate absorbent materials and cleaning supplies when handling oil, grease, water, and other permitted shop spills.
- Place warning signs, cones, or barriers around wet floors or other temporary housekeeping hazards when necessary.
- Immediately report significant spills, unknown substances, leaks, or potentially hazardous conditions rather than attempting cleanup beyond the employee's training or authorization.
- Maintain spill-cleanup materials and notify management when supplies need to be replenished.
- Keep emergency equipment, electrical panels, exits, fire extinguishers, and designated safety areas free from housekeeping-related obstructions.
- Follow company HSE procedures, Safety Data Sheet guidance, and instructions for cleaning products and substances encountered in the workplace.
Trash & Waste
- Empty trash cans and replace liners throughout assigned areas.
- Collect and dispose of ordinary waste in designated containers.
- Maintain cleanliness around dumpsters and designated waste collection areas.
- Keep different waste streams separated when designated containers are provided.
- Do not dispose of used oil, filters, batteries, chemicals, contaminated absorbents, or other regulated/special waste in ordinary trash unless specifically authorized and trained to do so.
- Notify the Shop Manager or appropriate personnel when designated waste containers require attention.
Exterior & General Facility Upkeep
- Pick up trash and debris around entrances, shop doors, parking areas, and other designated exterior areas.
- Sweep entrances, sidewalks, and areas immediately surrounding shop facilities.
- Help keep outdoor work and storage areas orderly when assigned.
- Report damaged facilities, lighting, plumbing leaks, trip hazards, or other maintenance concerns to the Shop Manager.
- Assist with periodic facility cleaning projects and other reasonable housekeeping duties as assigned.
Safety Responsibilities
The Mechanic Shop Custodian must:
- Follow all CNC Oilfield Services safety policies, procedures, and HSE requirements.
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for the task and work area.
- Remain alert to moving vehicles, forklifts, equipment, tools, hoses, cords, and active repair operations.
- Never enter restricted areas or perform tasks for which they have not been trained or authorized.
- Properly use, label, store, and handle cleaning products in accordance with company requirements.
- Immediately report injuries, spills, unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or potential hazards.
- Never remove safety guards, bypass safety devices, or operate shop equipment unless specifically trained and authorized.
- Maintain good housekeeping practices to help reduce slip, trip, fire, and other workplace hazards.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Expectations & Commitment
At CNC Oilfield Services, we are committed to safety, professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence across every role. We expect all employees whether in the field, office, or leadership, to uphold a high standard of responsibility in how they perform their duties and represent the company. This includes maintaining a strong safety mindset, following company policies and regulatory requirements, communicating effectively, and supporting our mission to deliver high-quality service. Every team member plays a vital role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and customer-focused work environment.
Skills, Licenses, and Education
Required & Preferred Qualifications:
Required
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to safely use standard custodial equipment and cleaning supplies.
- Ability to work independently and manage routine cleaning responsibilities.
- Dependable attendance and ability to maintain a consistent work schedule.
- Ability to work safely in an active mechanic shop environment.
- Willingness to work around dirt, grease, oil, vehicle exhaust, noise, and changing environmental conditions.
Preferred
- Previous custodial, janitorial, mechanic shop, warehouse, industrial, or oilfield facility experience.
- Previous experience working around commercial vehicles, heavy equipment, or industrial maintenance operations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The successful employee should demonstrate:
- Strong attention to cleanliness and detail.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to recognize and report unsafe conditions.
- Ability to follow established safety and cleaning procedures.
- Ability to work without constant supervision.
- Respect for mechanics' tools, parts, equipment, and work areas.
- Ability to prioritize cleaning needs without unnecessarily disrupting shop operations.
- Dependability, initiative, and a willingness to assist where needed.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:
- Frequently standing and walking for extended periods.
- Bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and twisting.
- Regularly using hands and arms to perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks.
- Lifting and carrying cleaning supplies, trash, and other materials associated with the position.
- Safely operating standard custodial equipment.
- Working on concrete and other shop flooring for extended periods.
- Performing duties indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
This position works primarily in and around an active mechanic shop and maintenance facility. The employee may regularly encounter:
- Moving vehicles and equipment
- Vehicle and equipment noise
- Dirt, dust, grease, oil, and mud
- Cleaning chemicals and shop-related substances
- Wet or slippery surfaces during cleaning
- Vehicle exhaust and odors
- Hot and cold temperatures
- Outdoor weather conditions
Required PPE must be worn based on the task and work area.
Safety & Accountability
- Follow all CNC Oilfield Services safety policies and procedures.
- Operate company vehicles safely and responsibly.
- Use appropriate lifting and material-handling practices.
- Maintain clean and organized parts and storage areas to reduce trip, fall, and other workplace hazards.
- Immediately report damaged parts, unsafe conditions, vehicle incidents, hazards, accidents, and near misses.
- Protect company property, inventory, purchasing documentation, and vendor materials.
- Follow established procedures for receiving, handling, stocking, and moving company inventory.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CNC Oilfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and promoting a culture of inclusion and safety.
Employee Acknowledgement
I acknowledge that I have received and reviewed this job description and understand the general duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations of the Parts Runner / Stock Clerk position. I understand that this job description is not an employment contract and that duties may be modified based on business and operational needs.