School Custodian / Day Cleaner

Role overview

This position is for a dependable school custodian to handle routine cleaning and upkeep at a K-12 school, college, or university setting. The assigned shift is Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and the hourly pay is $11.00.

ABM provides a full benefits package. Benefit details are available through ABM Employee Benefits for Front Line Team Members.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates who are entering the workforce or returning after time away, even with limited prior education or experience. The employer also welcomes military veterans and people with military backgrounds. Military Occupational Specialty Codes mentioned include 92S, 92Y, LS, 3051, and 3F1X1.

Responsibilities

• Keep assigned spaces clean and orderly, which may include classrooms, hallways, restrooms, locker rooms, offices, and stairwells.
• Sweep, pick up debris, address spills, and mop floors in the designated work areas.
• Inspect trash containers routinely and empty them whenever necessary.
• Use cleaning chemicals and powered equipment according to procedure so floors and fixtures are not damaged.
• Report minor or major repair needs, or requests for additions to building systems, to the lead cleaner or manager.
• Maintain professional communication and working relationships with clients, coworkers, shift coordinators, supervisors, and managers.
• Gather, combine, and sort recycling into the correct containers.
• Dust and clean desks, chairs, tables, furniture, fixtures, doors, windowsills, floors, ceilings, and walls.
• Buff hard surfaces such as woodwork and stainless steel.
• Clean tabletops, chairs, and equipment in food service areas.
• Move cabinets, boxes, furniture, crates, and equipment as needed to clean the area, either by hand or with a hand truck.
• Wash interior glass, including windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using water, cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Perform outdoor or seasonal tasks such as sweeping walkways, raking leaves, cutting grass, removing snow, or other similar duties.
• Keep restrooms clean and polished.
• Follow all safety, security, compliance, and quality standards set by the company, clients, and relevant authorities.

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• No prior experience is required; training will be provided on the job.
• No high school diploma, GED, or college degree is needed.
• Previous customer service experience is preferred.
• One year of related work experience is preferred.

Perks and benefits

• A comprehensive employee benefits package is offered.
• The role is welcoming to veterans and candidates with military experience.
• On-the-job training is provided.

About the employer

ABM is a major provider of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure services, serving sectors such as commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission-critical operations, and manufacturing/distribution. The company states that it has more than 100,000 team members and generates over $8 billion in annual revenue.

ABM is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected traits under federal, state, or local law, including disability and protected veteran status. The company also supports reasonable accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities.

ABM uses the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program to confirm work eligibility electronically.

Application notes

Candidates are instructed to apply through ABM's careers portal. Unsolicited resumes or applications submitted outside that portal are not accepted.