Find & Apply For Janitor / Cleaner Jobs in Morgan Hill, California

SUMMARY:

The Shop Cleaner / Janitorial Technician helps maintain a clean, safe, and organized woodworking manufacturing facility. This hands-on role supports daily operations through cleaning, dust control, waste removal, facility upkeep, and basic maintenance assistance. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working independently while supporting production and facilities teams. Key Responsibilities Housekeeping & Cleaning

• Sweep and clean production floors, aisles, walkways, exits, and emergency access routes.
• Remove sawdust, wood debris, and accumulated dust using approved cleaning methods.
• Clean handrails, guardrails, workstations, restrooms, breakrooms, and shared areas as assigned.
• Keep the facility presentable for employees, customers, visitors, and audits; support 5S initiatives. Dust Collection & Waste Management
• Empty dust collection bins and waste containers; transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Sort wood waste, general trash, recyclables, and production debris according to procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping around dust collectors, dumpsters, and exterior waste areas.
• Report abnormal dust collection conditions and follow approved combustible-dust controls. Material Handling
• Operate forklifts or other material-handling equipment only when trained, evaluated, and authorized.
• Move bins, pallets, waste containers, supplies, and equipment as assigned. Complete required pre-use inspections and follow powered-industrial-truck safety rules. Facility & Maintenance Support
• Perform basic upkeep, including light bulb replacement when authorized and safe to do so.
• Report damaged equipment, building issues, and hazards promptly.
• Assist maintenance staff with non-technical tasks and preventive maintenance support as directed.
• Keep cleaning tools, equipment, and supplies organized and in working order. Safety & Teamwork
• Follow Mission Bell safety policies, PPE requirements, HazCom procedures, and approved cleaning practices.
• Keep exits, walkways, emergency equipment, and fire extinguishers accessible.
• Report incidents, injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Participate in required safety meetings and training; support production teams and communicate concerns.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous janitorial, facilities, warehouse, or manufacturing experience preferred; woodworking experience is a plus
• Dependable attendance, initiative, time management, attention to detail, and effective communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an active industrial environment.
• Ability and willingness to complete required training, including forklift authorization, applicable lockout/tagout awareness, HazCom, PPE, emergency procedures, combustible dust awareness, waste handling, and 5S.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional climbing throughout the shift.
• Regular lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 50 pounds; pushing and pulling waste containers and carts.
• Exposure to wood dust, noise, and varying temperatures in a manufacturing setting; appropriate PPE required.
• Ability to safely perform essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

TRAVEL:

No routine travel is expected.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Maintain assigned areas to establish cleanliness and safety standards.
• Take initiative, identify concerns, and address or escalate issues promptly.
• Follow safe procedures without shortcuts and support a professional, team-oriented workplace.

Pay:

Up to $32.02 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position involves cleaning a woodworking manufacturing facility, removing sawdust and debris, handling waste materials, and operating forklifts (with training and certification provided). Are you comfortable performing physically demanding cleaning duties in an industrial environment while following all required safety procedures? How much experience do you have operating a forklift in a warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial environment?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person