Janitor

Aerotek

Bridgeview, IL, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Real Estate

Full Time

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Custodian / Janitor (Contract-to-Hire)Job Description

This custodial role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and organized facility by performing detailed cleaning, trash removal, and basic sanitation tasks throughout both office and warehouse areas. You will spend most of your day on your feet, lifting and moving materials, and ensuring work areas remain tidy and free of debris while following work orders and established cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

Remove trash, plastic, and other waste materials from workstations, floors, and common areas throughout the facility.
Empty small trash cans into larger containers and transport waste to designated dumpsters.
Load and unload trash and materials into dumpsters in an organized and safe manner.
Clean and sanitize bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, floors, and other fixtures.
Clean and maintain cafeterias, break rooms, kitchens, offices, and warehouse common areas.
Collect and dispose of wrapping papers and packaging materials from stations into appropriate cans.
Wipe down and disinfect tables, desks, workstations, and other frequently touched surfaces.
Clean interior windows and glass surfaces to maintain a neat and professional appearance.
Sweep and mop hallways and other flooring surfaces to keep them free of dust, spills, and debris.
Spend the majority of the day on your feet removing trash, gathering debris from floors and workstations, and scrubbing facility areas as needed.
Go outdoors as needed to take trash to dumpsters and assist with cleaning the parking lot and exterior areas.
Follow work orders and cleaning schedules to ensure all assigned tasks are completed accurately and on time.
Maintain a steady work pace, stay busy at all times, and avoid creating downtime on the floor while working.
Lift and move boxes and other items regularly as part of daily cleaning and trash removal activities.
Adhere to all safety guidelines, including proper use of equipment and personal protective gear.

Essential Skills

At least 5 years of experience working as a custodian, janitor, or in a similar custodial role.
Strong desire to remain and grow within the custodial field.
Demonstrated experience with cleaning, mopping, sanitizing, and general facility upkeep.
Ability to follow work orders and cleaning instructions accurately.
Capability to stand and be on your feet for the entire workday.
Ability to lift and carry boxes and materials regularly throughout the day.
Comfort working both indoors and outdoors, including trips to dumpsters and parking areas.
Reliability and strong work ethic, with the ability to stay consistently busy without supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience working in both office and warehouse environments is helpful.
Familiarity with handling trash, recyclables, and packaging materials such as plastic and wrapping papers.
Ability to maintain attention to detail while working at a steady, physical pace.
Comfort using basic cleaning tools and supplies for sweeping, mopping, wiping, and scrubbing.
Previous experience in roles requiring continuous lifting and movement throughout the day.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a stable and profitable environment with a clear path from contract to hire, providing an opportunity for long-term employment for dependable custodial professionals. You will join a team where your reliability and strong work ethic are valued, and where upcoming retirements create space for new team members to build a lasting career. The organization emphasizes consistency, steady work, and a supportive environment for individuals who take pride in keeping facilities clean and well maintained.

Work Environment

This role is based in a facility that includes both office and warehouse areas, where you will move throughout the building to remove trash, clean surfaces, and maintain overall cleanliness. You will regularly handle trash, garbage, plastics from garments, and packaging materials, and you will frequently go outdoors to access dumpsters and help keep the parking lot clean. The position requires being on your feet all day and constantly lifting boxes and other items, so you should be comfortable with continuous physical activity. Steel toe shoes are required for safety. The dress code requires blue or black bottoms and a blue or black non-logo shirt, along with slip-resistant footwear such as sneakers, work boots, or soft-soled shoes. Jeans, midriff shirts, hats, sweatpants, leggings, jeggings, and capris are not permitted, and contractors who do not follow the dress code may be sent home. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, with an expectation that you stay busy and avoid downtime while on the floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of bedford park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in bedford park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.