Warehouse Janitorial Custodian 1st Shift

Ryder System, Inc.; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 64,472,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

PTO from month 1 (up to 80 hours)

401K company match

Employee discounts on tools, cars, and

Stock options/employee discount

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Sanitation Associate in Elwood, Illinois, offering weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture focused on safety and teamwork.

You will work in a clean, organized facility supporting safe supply chain operations, with a Monday–Friday schedule and additional duties as needed to ensure cleanliness and readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to read location, date and product codes.

Responsibilities

• Clean restrooms and break areas per sanitation schedule.
• Clean exterior building areas and dispose of trash per sanitation schedule.
• Sweep and scrub warehouse floors and office areas.
• Wipe down racks, guard rails, walls per sanitation schedule.
• Perform extra duties as assigned; overtime as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, tour-ready facility.
• Assist maintenance techs and light maintenance tasks.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Equipment certification

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Sanitation Associate in Elwood, Illinois — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay: $18.00 per hour


• Schedule: Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 3:30pm

Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment

Products Being Handled

• Food Products

Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US.

Benefits and Perks

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week


• Paid Training and support to take your next step


• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days


• Earn PTO starting Month 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year


• 401 K offers a company match


• HIGH VALUED Stock at 15 % Employee Discount


• Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel, and muchmore


• Safety Gear PROVIDED


• Caring Leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role.


• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect when joining a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred


• One (1) year or more previous warehouse experience preferred


• Depending on location may be required to be equipment certified


• Ability to recognize and read location, date and product codes


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)


• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team


• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment


• Ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions and work assignments


• Detail oriented with excellent follow up practices

Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning restrooms, break room, locker room, and office areas per sanitation schedule.


• Cleaning the exterior areas of the building, including windows, walkways, and emptying trash containers and receptacles per sanitation schedule.


• Sweeping and scrubbing the warehouse floors and office areas per sanitation schedule.


• Wiping down racks, guard rails, and walls in the warehouse and office areas per sanitation schedule.


• Additional duties as assigned, overtime as needed.


• Maintains a safe, clean, and tour ready facility.


• Assist Maintenance Techs as required and light maintenance activities such as painting.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Job Details

• Posted Date: 22 hours ago (10/13/2026 9:11 AM)


• Requisition ID: 2026-213046


• Location (Posting Location) : State/Province: IL


• Location (Posting Location) : City: Elwood


• Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code: 60421


• Category: Warehousing


• Employment Type: Regular-Full time


• Travel Requirements: 0-10%


• Position Code: 1000201