Utility Worker

Velociti; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Velociti is seeking a dedicated Utility Worker to perform general labor, custodial tasks, and light maintenance in a dynamic facility environment. You will help with cleaning, floor care, event setup, and inventory of supplies.

Strong attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork are essential as you contribute to a safe, clean workplace and responsive service for customers and staff. Evening or weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Custodial, janitorial, warehouse, facilities, or general labor experience preferred.
• Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and trash removal.
• Maintain restrooms, break rooms, common areas, and workspaces to cleanliness standards.
• Assist with floor care activities such as buffing, scrubbing, stripping, and waxing floors.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials as needed.
• Support facility setup and breakdown for meetings, events, and special projects.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks including changing light bulbs, replacing ceiling tiles, and reporting repair needs.
• Operate cleaning equipment and tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking of cleaning supplies and consumables.
• Follow safety policies, PPE requirements.
• Respond to urgent facility needs, spills, and special cleaning requests.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, team members, and customers to ensure service excellence.

Skills

Safety Focus

Reliability and Accountability

Teamwork and Collaboration

Customer Service Orientation

Flexibility and Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Work Ethic and Initiative

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial cleaning equipment

Job description

The Utility Worker is responsible for performing a variety of general labor, cleaning, facility support, and maintenance-related tasks to ensure a safe, clean, and functional environment. This position supports daily operations by assisting with custodial duties, material handling, equipment operation, event setup, and other facility-related responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform general cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and trash removal.
• Maintain restrooms, break rooms, common areas, and workspaces to company cleanliness standards.
• Assist with floor care activities such as buffing, scrubbing, stripping, and waxing floors.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials as needed.
• Support facility setup and breakdown for meetings, events, and special projects.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks including changing light bulbs, replacing ceiling tiles, and reporting repair needs.
• Operate cleaning equipment and tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking of cleaning supplies and consumables.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Respond to urgent facility needs, spills, and special cleaning requests.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, team members, and customers to ensure service excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous custodial, janitorial, warehouse, facilities, or general labor experience preferred.
• Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and use hand tools safely.
• Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor environments as needed.

Working Conditions:

• May work in commercial buildings, educational facilities, healthcare environments, industrial facilities, or public venues.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
• May require evening, overnight, weekend, or holiday work based on operational needs.

Key Competencies:

• Safety Focus
• Reliability and Accountability
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Customer Service Orientation
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
• Work Ethic and Initiative

This position plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and professional environment while supporting the overall success of facility operations.

Benefits:

Velociti offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our team members:

Company-Provided Benefits (Full-Time, 30+ Hours per Week)

• Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Benefits:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Additional Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance

Retirement:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan available for all team members

Velociti provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.