Custodian

About Us

We are Alsco Uniforms. We've been committed to our customers since 1889, proudly pioneering the uniform and linen rental industry and growing into a global leader serving over 350,000 customers across 13 countries. We provide exceptional service and create solutions that strengthen our customers' operations. At Alsco, our diverse workforce drives performance, innovation, and exceptional service. We're looking for individuals who want to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact.

About the Role

The Custodian is responsible for general maintenance and cleanliness of equipment, facilities, and grounds. This position is also referred to as Janitor and performs other tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• 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 out 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 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.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment as needed and notify supervision of repair needs, spills, safety concerns, or hazardous situations.
• Keep records of maintenance, monitor cleaning supplies, and restock supplies in bathrooms, break rooms, and other areas.
• Operate a powered industrial truck to move, transfer, load, and unload.
• Continuously meet efficiency and safety standards for the position.
• Follow instructions as directed by supervision and keep the work area neat and clean.
• Work in other production positions as needed.

Requirements

• 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 willingness to learn.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively with a team.
• Work independently, comprehend, and follow written or verbal direction.

Qualifications

No formal education requirement.

Physical Demands

• 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.
• Ability to meet physical demands for the entire shift.

Work Environment

• Inside and outside areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, including working with and around large machinery.
• General offices, outside grounds, variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint, and dust.

Benefits

• 401 K Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and FSA/HSA
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement. For a general description of benefits, visit alsco.com/benefits.