Industrial Janitor

Amentum at GE Lafayette Aircraft Engine Assembly is seeking a 2nd shift Janitor to join our Operations & Maintenance team at a major manufacturing plant in Lafayette, Indiana

Typical work hours are Monday-Friday, 1 : 00 9 : 30 ; hours may vary based on business demand. These positions work with a diverse janitorial team to deliver specialized cleaning services in a high visibility environment.

Responsibilities :

• Performs high / low dusting, vacuuming, disinfecting, spot cleaning, and trash removal.
• Washes windows, walls, and restroom facilities.
• Replenishes supplies as needed.
• Operates floor cleaning, waxing, and polishing equipment, as well as various wet / dry vacuum cleaner models.
• Inspects all equipment for proper operation.
• Sweeps, mops, and / or scrubs hallways and stairs.
• Observes, identifies, and reports any potential safety hazards to Supervisor for resolution.
• Assists in the movement and relocation of furniture and equipment as needed.
• Responds to customer questions and complaints to ensure positive resolution.
• Recommends and implements improved work methods and procedures.
• Ensures all safety policies and procedures are enforced.
• Performs related duties as assigned and required.

Minimum Requirements :

• Must be a Citizen
• One year of custodial, janitorial, or housekeeping experience.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
• This position may require overtime various shifts, weekends, holidays and alternative work schedules.

Physical / Special Requirements :

• Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 30 lbs.
• Requires the ability to work inside and outside in diverse weather conditions.
• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.
• Requires the flexibility to bend / stoop, squat repetitive during shift.
• Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.
• Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to stretch / reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.
• Requires the use of a Company / Client approved utility knife.
• Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.
• Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and / or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Janitorial experience in a fast-paced, high visibility environment.
• Experience with modern cleaning methods, materials, disinfectants, chemicals, etc.
• Experience operating floor scrubbers and other cleaning equipment.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment, including applying proper safety practices and following procedures while performing maintenance tasks.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.