Custodian - 2nd Shift - MTS Systems

A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.

Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people’s lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.

Transforming what’s possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials — this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it’s a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.

By joining MTS, you’ll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You’ll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment within the facility and production area.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Empties and cleans wastebaskets, trash cans etc. on nightly basis.
• Vacuums and cleans carpet as needed in assigned areas (ride on vacuums and backpack vacuums)
• Sweeps, wet mops and scrubs floors as needed (if assigned to operate auto-scrubber/ manual wet mop.)
• Dusts and cleans all types of furniture, shelves, partitions, walls, ledges, doors and door frames, fixtures, and miscellaneous manufacturing equipment on a regular basis.
• Cleans glass doors and windows.
• Cleans and sanitizes washrooms, using cleaning chemicals (to include restocking various dispensers), shower rooms, fixtures, floors, and walls on a nightly basis.
• Keeps daily equipment in good running order, to include making minor fixes as needed. 
• Reports to the Custodial Lead/Maintenance Manager for daily assignments.
• Assist with setups and breakdown of conferences/meeting rooms 
• Performs other duties as assigned – including furniture moving, window cleaning, changing light bulbs, changing ceiling tiles, etc.

• High school diploma or GED. 
• 2-5 Years of experience in a similar production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to clearly communicating safety instructions both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to make minor repairs preferred
• Ability to use hand tools preferred.
• Ability to work overtime as required.   
• Demonstrate the ability to identify potential safety hazards and maintain a strong commitment to ensuring the safety of yourself and others.
• Forklift experience required. (stand up/ sit down) 
• Experience to work independently
• Experience with ride on vacuums, backpack vacuums and automatic floor scrubbers preferred.
• Experienced in safely handling of various cleaning chemicals, ensuring proper dilution and application for optimal cleanliness and safety.

Physical Demands (US only):

• Able to stand and walk at least 75% of the time
• Able to lift and carry heavy loads – up to 50 pounds
• Capable of lifting and transporting 50-pound trash cans to shoulder height, efficiently emptying them into designated trash carts.
• Able to climb stairs and ladders.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.