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Building Custodian

J.B. Hunt

NYFull-time$16.55–24.8/hrPosted 4w agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$16.55–24.8/hr
Location
NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

J.B. Hunt is hiring a Building Custodian. Under routine supervision, the Building Custodian maintains building cleanliness, performs sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restocks bathrooms, cleans windows, and handles minor repairs, while operating industrial equipment and assisting with onboarding, inventory, and special projects as needed.

Key focus areas include Use cleaning supplies and equipment to keep the interior and exterior of the building looking clean and professional, Perform other related duties as required or assigned, and Work independently and seek assistance as needed.

Successful candidates bring Minimum 17 Years Of Age, High School Diploma Or GED, and Currently Enrolled In A High School Program In Good Standing. Important skills include Cleaning Supplies And Equipment, Minor Repairs And Maintenance, Inventory Management, Adherence To Safety Policies, Independent Work, and Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Work Independently, Maintain Inventory Of Cleaning Supplies, Adhere To Company Safety Policies, and Maintain User Manuals.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Work IndependentlyMaintain Inventory of Cleaning SuppliesAdhere to Company Safety PoliciesMaintain User ManualsRespond to Assembly and Repair RequestsExercise DiscretionMake Time-Sensitive DecisionsMultitaskWork as Part of a TeamBasic Deductive Reasoning SkillsProficient Active Listening SkillsProficient Organizational SkillsProficient Time Management SkillsSelf-MotivationCleaning Supplies and EquipmentMinor Repairs and MaintenanceInventory ManagementAdherence to Safety PoliciesIndependent WorkCollaborationWork Outdoors in ElementsIndustrial Cleaning EquipmentDiscretionTime‑Sensitive Decision MakingMultitaskingDeductive ReasoningActive ListeningOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAbility to Lift Up to 50 PoundsWear Protective Gear/PPEFast‑Paced Environment Experience

Qualifications

Minimum 17 Years of AgeHigh School Diploma or GED or Currently Enrolled in High School Program or Up to 3 Years General Building Maintenance ExperienceHigh School Diploma With Up to 3 Years Janitorial/Building Maintenance ExperienceAbility to Exercise DiscretionAbility to Make Time‑Sensitive DecisionsAbility to MultitaskAbility to Work Independently and as Part of a TeamBasic Deductive Reasoning SkillsProficient Active Listening SkillsProficient Organizational SkillsProficient Time Management SkillsSelf‑Motivation

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Title:

Building Custodian

Department:

Administration, Facilities & Secretarial

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

New York

City:

New Windsor

Full/Part Time:

Full time

Job Summary:

Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of buildings or areas. Duties include picking up trash, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping floors, cleaning and restocking bathrooms, cleaning windows and executing minor repairs and maintenance work. Depending on the job, Custodians may be required to operate industrial cleaning equipment and machinery. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends. May assist with the onboarding and mentoring of new employees and/or complete special projects.

Job Description:

$1,500 sign on bonus available for limited time. Key Responsibilities :

  • Use cleaning supplies and equipment to keep the interior and exterior of the building looking clean and professional

  • Perform other related duties as required or assigned

  • Work independently and seek assistance as needed

  • May assist with the onboarding and mentoring of new employees and/or complete special projects

  • Help maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment

  • Perform routine cleaning tasks based on a schedule created by the facility management team

  • Adhere to the company's safety policies to create a safe work environment for everyone

  • Help maintain user manuals for cleaning equipment, office furniture and fixtures that can be referred to when needed

  • Respond to general assembly and repair requests quickly and with a professional manner

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualification :

  • Minimum 17 years of age and a high school diploma or GED, or currently enrolled in a high school program in good standing, or up to 3 years general building maintenance experience; ability to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.

Preferred Qualification :

  • High School Diploma with up to 3 years of janitorial/building maintenance experience

  • Ability to exercise discretion

  • Ability to make time-sensitive decisions

  • Ability to multitask

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

  • Basic deductive reasoning skills

  • Proficient active listening skills

  • Proficient organizational skills

  • Proficient time management skills

  • Self-motivation

  • Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds

  • Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)

  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $16.55 - $24.80 This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education:

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:

Maintenance

Job Opening ID:

00636602 Building Custodian (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

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