Cleaner/Janitor/Custodian

Janitor / Custodian Job Description The Janitor / Custodian provides essential cleaning and light maintenance services to keep the facility safe, clean, and well organized. Working Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., this role supports daily building operations through routine cleaning, basic repairs, and assistance with office moves and relocations. Responsibilities Perform daily cleaning of the building, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors to maintain a clean and orderly environment. Clean and sanitize restrooms, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, and floors, and ensure they are stocked with necessary supplies. Collect, remove, and dispose of garbage and recycling from offices, common areas, and restrooms. Stock and replenish supplies throughout the facility, and unpack and receive all cleaning and maintenance supplies as needed. Support internal office moves and relocations, including the teardown and assembly of office cubicles and related furniture. Perform general building maintenance tasks such as building start-up procedures at the start of the day and shutdown tasks as needed. Complete minor electrical tasks, such as replacing light bulbs and simple fixtures, in a safe and timely manner. Carry out minor plumbing tasks, such as addressing simple leaks or clogs, within defined capabilities. Maintain interior and exterior areas of the building through general clean-up, including entrances, walkways, and common areas. Handle interior and exterior recycling activities to support efficient and organized building operations. Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs on industrial cleaning equipment to keep it in good working condition. Respond to general building maintenance needs as they arise to help maintain efficient and safe building operations. Essential Skills General experience with industrial cleaning equipment and the ability to perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs. Knowledge of basic manual work techniques related to cleaning, custodial tasks, and light maintenance. Ability to consistently maintain good attendance and demonstrate a positive, cooperative attitude. Physical ability to lift and move items weighing between 50 and 100 pounds as part of daily duties. High school diploma or GED required. 0-2 years of related janitorial, custodial, or cleaning experience required. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience performing janitorial and custodial duties in a commercial or office environment. Familiarity with general building maintenance tasks, including minor electrical and plumbing work. Comfort working both independently and as part of a team to complete cleaning and maintenance assignments. Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized facility. Why Work Here? This opportunity offers steady, daytime weekday hours and the chance to play a key role in keeping a professional facility running smoothly. You will work in an environment that values reliability, a positive attitude, and hands-on contribution to the cleanliness and comfort of the workplace. The role provides a solid foundation for building experience in facilities, maintenance, and operations, with the satisfaction of seeing the immediate impact of your work each day. Work Environment This role is based in a facility environment with a regular schedule from Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work involves indoor and some outdoor tasks, including routine cleaning, garbage and recycling handling, and light building maintenance. You will use industrial cleaning equipment and basic hand tools to perform daily responsibilities and preventative maintenance. The position is physically active, requiring frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 50-100 pounds. The work setting is focused on maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe building for all occupants Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Elgin, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. 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 Elgin,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026. About Aerotek 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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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.