Custodian

SBM

On-call custodian performing janitorial work and hazardous-waste handling for SBM, a global soft-services facilities-management provider. Maintaining assigned areas, equipment, safety, and customer service standards.

Posted 8/5/2026part-timeSunnyvale • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in janitorial duties, including the safe handling of hazardous waste and operation of cleaning equipment. Strong communication skills and adherence to safety protocols are essential for maintaining a clean and compliant work environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Janitorial DutiesHazardous Waste ManagementMotorized Cleaning Equipment OperationSafety ComplianceVerbal And Written Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Cleaning MethodsEquipment OperationChemical SafetyWaste ClassificationAbility To Lift 35 Pounds

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationTeam CollaborationCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective EquipmentForklift

Certifications & Qualifications

Safety And Task Training CertificationForklift Certification

Industry Keywords

Janitorial ServicesWorkplace SafetyCleaning Equipment MaintenanceCustomer Satisfaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform janitorial duties and duties listed on the daily schedule
Collect, classify, sort, store, ship, receive, label, clean, recycle, and package special and hazardous waste
Operate motorized cleaning equipment
Maintain daily upkeep of assigned areas and a clean work area
Report incidents and hazardous conditions to the supervisor
Comply with safety rules, policies, procedures, protocols, and company rules
Stop at-risk behavior of others and self
Perform work assignments with other employees and repetitive tasks
Communicate professionally with leads, supervisors, co-workers, managers, and customers
Fill in during staff shortages
Support the shift lead in completing punch-list items
Use proper personal protective equipment and maintain a professional appearance and conduct
Provide customer service and understand customer satisfaction
Understand reporting systems and the work environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

No specific education requirement
3–6 months training or experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
May be required to have a valid driver’s license
Completed all safety and task training certification
May be required to be forklift certified
Bilingual ability is a plus
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, compounds, and chemicals and their safe, efficient use
Knowledge of the upkeep and care of cleaning equipment
Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and safely

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefit packages are offered; details provided on SBM's website