Janitorial Specialist (Industrial EH&S)

About the role

The Janitorial Specialist (Industrial EH&S) is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and organization across facility workspaces, restrooms, break rooms, offices, and high‑traffic areas. This role supports Rittal’s environmental health and safety (EH&S) standards by ensuring a clean, safe, and compliant workplace while upholding 6S principles.

Responsibilities

• Facility Cleaning & Sanitation
  • Clean and maintain restrooms, break rooms, offices, conference rooms, and common areas
  • Empty trash and recycling receptacles throughout indoor and outdoor designated areas
  • Clean and sanitize high‑touch surfaces and shared spaces
  • Perform general dusting, sweeping, mopping, and surface cleaning across the facility
• Supply & Equipment Maintenance
  • Restock supply carts and replenish cleaning materials as needed
  • Maintain organized and clean supply closets
  • Ensure proper handling, storage, and usage of cleaning chemicals and PPE
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Safety First Aid Room
• General EH&S Support
  • Follow all EH&S and 6S standards to maintain a safe and compliant workplace
  • Identify and report any safety hazards or facility issues to management
  • Support environmental and safety initiatives across the facility
• Support cleaning needs during break and lunch periods as scheduled
• Maintain good attendance and strong work ethic
• Perform other cleaning or sanitation duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to follow written schedules, procedures, and safety protocols
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Prior janitorial or industrial custodial experience preferred
• Knowledge of Industrial EH&S standards, safe‑work practices, and hazard awareness
• Understanding of proper chemical handling, PPE use, and cleaning equipment operation

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching
• Ability to lift (up to 50lbs) and carry cleaning supplies, tools, and trash bags
• Ability to push/pull cleaning carts and mop buckets

Work Environment

• Indoor industrial and manufacturing areas
• Occasional outdoor tasks
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals (with PPE provided)

Safety Requirements

• Wear safety‑toed footwear, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, and other PPE as required
• Follow all Rittal safety procedures and EH&S guidelines

Direction & Decision Making

• Follow assigned cleaning schedule and daily priorities
• Report safety or facility concerns promptly
• Exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks

Relationships

• Direct Contacts: EH&S team, Facilities, Production Supervisors
• Indirect Contacts: Employees from all departments