Warehouse Custodian

Join the cold chain that feeds the world. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world—and we’re looking for people who share that purpose.

About the role

Under general supervision, the Janitor will keep buildings in office, break rooms, bathrooms, yard/ground, parking lots, warehouse, and/or dock areas in a clean and orderly condition. Ensures sanitation of work areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy cleaning duties such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish.
• Perform routine maintenance activities and cleaning snow or debris from grounds; notify management of need for repairs.
• Ensure pest control systems are operating effectively and report any problems to supervisor.
• Remove ice and snow from pedestrian walkways and parking lots as seasonally required.
• Keep company grounds free of litter and debris.
• Work safely, report hazards to shift supervisor, and comply with OSHA standards and Company safety procedures.
• Follow attendance policy, show up for work on time, and be ready to work assigned shift.
• Wash and/or sweep insides of trailers and/or railcars as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including tasks outside of normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, or at least one year of related work experience.
• Ability to follow written or verbal instructions and solve routine problems.
• Understanding and adherence to all safety rules, procedure manuals, and diagrams.
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe use of cleaning chemicals.
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of cleaning procedures and janitorial techniques.
• Ability to work independently and relate well to coworkers without exhibiting behavioral extremes.
• May be required to use cleaning equipment such as steamers, floor scrubbers, and carpet cleaners.
• May work overtime, evenings, or weekends to complete work or attend meetings, as directed by management.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to use hands to handle objects; talk or hear; stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• Frequently exposed to extreme cold.
• Moderate noise level in the warehouse.

Pay

The Company’s good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this position is $18.00 hourly.

Benefits

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. U.S. associates may receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off.

Some benefits may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).