Classification: Non-Exempt
Alsco Uniforms has been serving customers since 1889 and operates globally, serving over 350,000 customers in 13 countries. We focus on making every aspect of the customer experience better and provide competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing career development.
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Job Summary
The Custodian is responsible for general maintenance and cleanliness of equipment, facilities and grounds. This position is also referred to as Janitor. Performs other tasks as required.
Our full-time employees enjoy
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA
- Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
- Choice of Global Cash Card or Direct Deposit
- Career Advancement
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Inclusive and Diverse Team Environment
Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Essential Functions
- Performs heavy cleaning duties such as cleaning plant equipment using compressed air and other methods.
- Scrub, sanitize, vacuum, sweep and mop.
- Dispose of trash, clean up spills, replace air fresheners, change light bulbs, lock doors, paint, maintain water coolers, and prepare facilities for events such as meetings or banquets.
- Clean offices, bathrooms, break rooms and other areas.
- Move furniture, supplies, textiles or equipment within departments or into storage and assist other departments with other tasks.
- Apply insecticides and fumigants, trim shrubbery and perform other outside maintenance, clear walkways of snow or leaves.
- Participate in Safety programs such as committees or emergency contingency planning; use Personal Protective Equipment as needed; notify supervision of repair needs, spills, safety concerns or hazardous situations.
- Keep records of maintenance, monitor cleaning supplies, restock supplies in bathrooms, break rooms and other areas.
- Operate a powered industrial truck to move, transfer, load and unload (where certified).
- Continuously meet efficiency and safety standards for the position.
- Follow instructions as directed by supervision.
- Keep work area neat and clean.
- Perform other tasks as required.
Additional Functions
- Work in other production positions as needed.
Qualifications
- Recognize colors and sizes, count and sort accurately.
- In some locations, be able and certified to safely operate a powered industrial truck.
- Basic knowledge of cleaning products and procedures or willing to learn.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively with a team.
- Work independently, comprehend and follow written or verbal direction.
Education
No requirement.
Typical Physical Activity
Physical Demands include standing, walking, bending, reaching, twisting, working in cramped areas, reaching overhead, pushing, pulling, grasping, lifting up to 90 lbs, carrying up to 50 lbs, and stooping.
Typical Environmental Conditions
Work in inside and outside areas of an industrial laundry facility, around large machinery, offices, outdoor grounds; variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint and dust.
Travel Requirements
None. Physical requirements consist of meeting the physical demands for the entire shift.
For general information about benefits offered for this position, please visit alsco.com/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.