Warehouse Porter

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Plan

401K

Life Insurance

EAP

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is seeking a dedicated janitorial associate to perform routine cleaning and light maintenance in our warehouse and dock areas. You will operate forklifts, floor scrubbers, blowers, and power washers to maintain a safe, clean environment in alignment with GCNA standards.

This role emphasizes safety, attendance, and adherence to established procedures, with competitive starting pay and comprehensive benefits described in our total rewards package.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED or equivalent work experience.
• One year of janitorial or related field experience.
• Able to operate forklifts and cleaning equipment safely.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass background checks where applicable.
• Able to read and speak English proficiently.
• Safety-sensitive position due to hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors, collect trash and recycle in warehouse and dock areas.
• Operate forklifts to move pallets and materials safely.
• Use floor scrubbers, blowers, and power washers for deep cleaning.
• Follow safety rules and wear required PPE; report hazards.
• Inspect equipment before shifts and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain regular attendance and support GCNA’s mission and values.

Skills

Forklift operation

Floor scrubber operation

Power washer operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Floor scrubbers (Zamboni)

Blowers

Power washers

Job description

515 N 51st Ave Phoenix Arizona, 85043, [phone]Starting Pay :$17.00 Hourly

Position Description:

Performs janitorial and light facility maintenance duties at assigned warehouse and dock areas including floors (sweeping, mopping, scrubbing), emptying trash and recycling, and general cleaning. Operates powered equipment such as forklifts, floor scrubbers (Zamboni), blowers, and power washers to maintain cleanliness, safety, and operational standards for Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) and its affiliated entities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cleans up spills, debris, and unsafe conditions as needed throughout warehouse and dock areas.
• Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or using powered floor scrubbers (Zamboni).
• Uses blowers to maintain cleanliness in dock areas, trailer areas, and exterior spaces.
• Operates forklifts as needed to move trash, pallets, or materials related to janitorial and facility upkeep.
• Operates power washer as needed for deep cleaning.
• Responsible for following and ensuring all safety rules are complied with and appropriate safety equipment is used. Immediately takes action and/or reports any unsafe or potential hazards.
• Performs pre-shift forklift and tipper machine inspection, to include fluid checks, safety precautions, etc.
• Follows Lockout/Tagout procedure if equipment is deemed unsafe or inoperable and notifies leadership.
• Notifies leader of supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Safeguards company property by reporting any incidents of theft or misappropriation or unauthorized possession of company property.
• Notifies leader concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Cleans up spills, as needed.
• Cleans career center and mission room, as instructed.
• Gathers and empties trash and recycling.
• Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Dusts furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Cleans walls and doors with appropriate cleaners.
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• May be required to mix water and chemicals to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
• Cleans up various bio-hazardous materials with appropriate cleansers, tools, and procedures.
• Reports all team member injuries in a timely fashion including calling injury hotline, completing an incident report and notifying your leader.
• Responsible for following and ensuring all safety rules are complied with and appropriate safety equipment is used. Immediately takes action and/or reports any unsafe or potential hazards.
• Maintains regular and consistent in-person attendance.
• Models Goodwill Core Values - Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills):

• High School education/GED or equivalent work experience
• One-year experience in janitorial services, or related field
• Ability to operate equipment such as forklifts, floor scrubbers (Zamboni), blowers, and power washers
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, where applicable for position
• Ability to speak and read English proficiently
• Due to the use of hazardous chemicals, this is a SAFETY SENSITIVE position

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

You will be eligible for a comprehensive Total Rewards package, 1st of the month following 60 days of employment that includes the following:

• 3 Medical Plans.
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• 3 Dental Plans.
• Vision Plan.
• 401K Traditional and Roth Plans.
• Employer Paid Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off; Sick and Vacation.
• Paid Holidays.

These are just a few highlights of our key benefit offerings!

Become a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. Goodwill provides no-cost career development, training, and education services to help individuals build a better life for themselves and their families. Our core values are Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation. Everything we accomplish as a team is centered around these core values. Together, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment for each other. With stores conveniently located near you, you can work for a company where team strength and success are valued and encouraged. Join our team and gain opportunities for job growth at Goodwill and beyond.

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, e.g., hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, military status, age, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws.

Individuals with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or state or local laws. Please contact Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona at 1-833-624-0920 option 6 or [e-mail] if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

For questions about your application or employment with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, please contact our Candidate Support Line at 1-833-624-0920, option 5.