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METRO SUPPLY CHAIN

Custodian

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.

$40,719 / year median in California

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, ensures the building is kept clean and orderly according to the cleaning protocol. Follows and maintains a safe, and clean work environment. Performs cleaning duties such as sanitizing floors and removing trash.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform and document cleaning and inspection activities according to the master cleaning schedule. Ability to work from heights. Follows Custodian Daily Checklist to ensure the facility is kept clean and neat. Clean and dust surface areas where needed. Prepare cleaning solutions according to written instructions provided. Understand and abide by SDS procedures to prevent injuries and damage to floors and fixtures. Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks. Upon completion and certification of training, the Custodian will operate power equipment (i.e., sit-down floor scrubber, pallet jack, forklift, etc.). Stock and maintain janitorial supply room and storage areas. Re-stocks supplies such as hair nets, beard nets, ear plugs, and rest room supplies. Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE
Knowledge of basic cleaning chemicals and supplies Familiarity with Safety Data Sheet
COMPETENCIESSKILLS
Teamwork. Integrity and ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Follow Metro Safety Programs and Procedures. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
OUR WAY CULTURE
(TEAM |
CUSTOMER
| COMPANY | WORLD) As a team member works collaboratively with Metro employees in a team-oriented environment. Exceptional customer service attitude. Looks for ways to say Yes to the customer (internal and external). Promote and support team member driven social initiatives. Follow established processes and achieve customer Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Commitment to quality of work. Approachable, positive interpersonal style. Maintain open honest relationships.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Without compromise maintains a safe and clean work environment. Follows the Occupational Health and Safety Act including Safety, Violence and Harassment laws. Reports any hazards in the workplace to management. Must not use or operate equipment in a manner that would endanger self or others. Must not put other workers at risk by their actions. Ensures safety accident and incidents are immediately reported to management. Completes daily Material Handling Equipment (MHE) audits identifying any possible safety hazards.
MEASUREMENT
Productivity, Accuracy & Quality
  • As defined by operational goals. Attendance
  • Arrives at the shift briefing meeting place on-time and ready to begin work
  • Team Members arrive and leave work at their scheduled time on each scheduled day. Safety
  • Wears appropriate clothing including PPE and Metro Team Wear
  • Full Compliance with Safe MHE Operating Procedures document.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED is a plus.