Description

Custodian

Position Summary

The Custodian I is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment across the facility. This role supports daily custodial operations by performing routine cleaning, waste removal, basic facility upkeep, and reporting any maintenance or safety concerns. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning & Sanitation

• Properly remove trash and other waste streams and ensure correct disposal
• Clean floors, walls, touch surfaces, glass, hallways, restrooms, break rooms, cafeterias, equipment, and indoor/outdoor common areas
• Maintain cleanliness in high‑traffic areas while following company quality standards
  
  

Facilities & Safety Support

• Report facility, maintenance, or safety concerns to the Supervisor
• Follow all safety procedures and correctly wear required PPE
• Comply with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidance for cleaning products and chemicals
  
  

Operations & Teamwork

• Receive and follow verbal and written instructions
• Demonstrate effective teamwork and communication with employees of diverse backgrounds
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, buffers, and other cleaning machinery
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
  
  

Preferred

• Prior custodial or facilities experience
• Basic computer skills (email and data entry)
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• High attention to detail and strong follow‑through
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism and positive working relationships
  
  

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, and ramps
• Ability to lift, move, or adjust objects up to 40–50 pounds
• Ability to wear PPE for most of the workday
• Ability to operate custodial equipment and machinery
  
  

Additional Information

• No travel required
• Custodial experience is preferred but not required
• Training provided
  
  

The pay for this role starts at $17.60 an hour. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.

In addition, bioMérieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include:

• A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves
  
  

Please be aware that recruitment related scams are on the rise. Fraudulent job postings are being placed on other websites, and individuals posing as bioMérieux Talent Acquisition team members are reaching out via email or text message in an attempt to collect your personal and confidential information. In some cases, these scammers are also conducting bogus interviews prior to extending fraudulent offers of employment. Beware of individuals reaching out using general phone numbers and non-bioMerieux email domains (i.e. Hotmail.com, Gmail.com, Yahoo.com, etc.). If you are concerned that an interview experience or offer of employment might be a scam, please make sure you are searching for the posting on our careers site https://careers.biomerieux.com/ or contact us at [email protected].

BioMérieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Please be advised that the receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant’s identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, the retraction of an offer, or if already hired, dismissal. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation in BioMérieux’s or its affiliates’ application process by contacting us via telephone at (385) 770-1132, by email at [email protected], or by dialing 711 for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).