Job Summary

The Custodian keeps Bart's Electric offices, shops, warehouse, and common areas clean, safe, and well maintained so employees and visitors have a professional, healthy environment to work in.

This role works independently across the facility and has routine access to occupied offices and work areas, so dependability, discretion, and a steady eye for detail matter as much as the cleaning itself.

Core Accountability

The Custodian is accountable for the consistent cleaning, sanitation, and upkeep of assigned company facilities; for following established cleaning schedules, safety procedures, and chemical-handling requirements; and for promptly reporting maintenance or safety concerns.

Duties and Responsibilities

●     Cleans and sanitizes offices, conference rooms, break rooms, restrooms, and other common areas on an established schedule.

●     Sweeps, mops, vacuums, and spot-cleans floors, carpets, and entryways.

●     Empties trash and recycling containers and takes waste to designated disposal areas.

●     Restocks restroom and break room supplies, including paper products, soap, and sanitizer.

●     Cleans windows, doors, glass, fixtures, and high-touch surfaces.

●     Performs general cleaning in shop and warehouse areas as assigned, keeping walkways and exits clear.

●     Sets up and breaks down rooms for meetings, trainings, and company events.

●     Monitors cleaning supply inventory and notifies the supervisor when supplies need to be ordered.

●     Operates and performs basic upkeep on cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor machines, and carts.

●     Uses and stores cleaning chemicals safely in accordance with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company safety procedures.

●     Identifies and reports maintenance issues, spills, damage, and safety hazards promptly.

●     Secures buildings, locks doors, and turns off lights and equipment at the end of shifts as directed.

●     Performs exterior work including trash pickup, weed pulling, sidewalk sweeping and clearing, and salt application during winter months.

●     Performs other related duties as assigned.

Key Performance Indicators

●     Cleanliness standards. Maintains assigned areas to company cleanliness standards, with few complaints or re-cleaning requests.

●     Schedule completion. Completes daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning tasks on schedule.

●     Supply management. Keeps restrooms and break rooms fully stocked, with no supply outages.

●     Safety compliance. Follows chemical handling, PPE, and safety procedures with no preventable incidents.

●     Issue reporting. Reports maintenance issues and hazards promptly so they can be corrected quickly.

●     Reliability. Maintains good attendance and responds reliably to cleaning requests during the shift.

●     Discretion. Handles access to offices and work areas appropriately and keeps what is seen there confidential.

Required Skills and Abilities

●     Reliable, dependable, and trustworthy.

●     Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and follow a cleaning schedule.

●     Knowledge of basic cleaning methods, equipment, and chemicals, or willingness to learn.

●     Ability to read and follow product labels, Safety Data Sheets, and written instructions.

●     Attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean workplace.

●     Courteous and respectful when working around employees and visitors.

●     Ability to maintain the confidentiality of documents and information seen while cleaning offices.

●     Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.

Education and Experience

●     High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

●     Previous custodial, janitorial, or facility maintenance experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

●     Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching.

●     Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

●     Ability to push and pull cleaning carts, equipment, and trash containers.

●     Ability to climb step stools and ladders as needed.

●     Exposure to cleaning chemicals and dust. Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

●     Exterior work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and winter precipitation.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.