Utility Worker

About the role

The Utility Worker is responsible for performing a variety of general labor, cleaning, facility support, and maintenance-related tasks to ensure a safe, clean, and functional environment. This position supports daily operations by assisting with custodial duties, material handling, equipment operation, event setup, and other facility-related responsibilities as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, and trash removal.
• Maintain restrooms, break rooms, common areas, and workspaces to company cleanliness standards.
• Aid with floor care activities such as buffing, scrubbing, stripping, and waxing floors.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials as needed.
• Support facility setup and breakdown for meetings, events, and special projects.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks including changing light bulbs, replacing ceiling tiles, and reporting repair needs.
• Operate cleaning equipment and tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking of cleaning supplies and consumables.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Respond to urgent facility needs, spills, and special cleaning requests.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, team members, and customers to ensure service excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED preferred. Previous custodial, janitorial, warehouse, facilities, or general labor experience preferred. Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Basic understanding of workplace safety practices. Dependable attendance and punctuality. Good communication and customer service skills.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and use hand tools safely.
• Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor environments as needed.
• May require evening, overnight, weekend, or holiday work based on operational needs.

Key Competencies

• Safety Focus
• Reliability and Accountability
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Customer Service Orientation
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
• Work Ethic and Initiative

Benefits

• Company-Provided Benefits (Full-Time, 30+ Hours per Week): Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Benefits (Medical and Dental Insurance, Additional Life and AD&D Insurance, Supplemental Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance).
• Retirement: 401(k) Retirement Plan available for all team members.

Working Conditions

• May work in commercial buildings, educational facilities, healthcare environments, industrial facilities, or public venues.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
• May require evening, overnight, weekend, or holiday work based on operational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Velociti Services offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.