Custodian Co-op

About the role

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You. Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing. That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results. We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission As a Facilities Support Co-op for Keel Midwest, you will be responsible for assisting staff with the upkeep and cleanliness of the facility and other miscellaneous general labor tasks. This entry-level role is designed for Michigan high-school students seeking hands-on experience in an industrial environment while learning basic shop support functions.

Responsibilities

• General labor duties as assigned.
• Cleaning walls, floors, equipment and other areas of the facility.
• Restocking cleaning supplies and maintaining janitorial closet in a clean, organized, and safe manner.
• Disposing of waste, sanitation of facilities, and other related areas of the facilities and ground duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a current high school student.
• Must obtain and maintain a Michigan work permit issued through the school district.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to follow basic verbal and written instructions.
• Must have good communication skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Commitment to scheduled hours that align with school attendance requirements.
• Participation in facility safety training and adherence to all safety protocols.
• Must comply with Michigan youth employment regulations regarding hours and duties.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and organized with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Occasional travel between facilities as needed.
• Physical requirements: may be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly; may lift or carry 50 lbs. Weights exceeding 50 lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Match
• HSA/FSA
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Shift Differentials
• Overtime Potential
• Paid on the Job Training
• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
• Committed to Individual Career Growth
• We Do Fun Things, Plus More!