Janitor (Part-Time): Totowa, NJ

ADVANCED BUILDING MAINTENANCE INC • Part-time • Totowa, New Jersey, United States • $17 / hour • 2d ago

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Totowa, NJ - Totowa, NJ 07512, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Graveyard, Company Overview

Since 1992, Advanced has delivered reliable, high-quality janitorial and facility support services to commercial clients across the nation. As a family-owned and operated company, our scale allows us to maintain exceptional agility—swiftly, adapting to changing client needs with customized, cost-effective solutions. We provide a full suite of soft services across corporate headquarters, healthcare facilities, educational campuses, event venues, manufacturing plants, and critical environments. Because our work directly impacts the health and safety of everyone who enters our facilities, we hold ourselves to an uncompromising standard of excellence. We achieve superior results by combining proactive management and robust quality control with an empowering work culture centered on employee development, incentives, and accountability.

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable, professional, and detail-oriented Full-Time Janitor to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of assigned facilities throughout daily business operations. Janitor is responsible for maintaining high-traffic areas, responding to immediate cleaning needs, replenishing supplies, and ensuring a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment for employees, visitors, and clients. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent customer service, and the ability to work independently while following company policies, safety procedures, and facility-specific requirements.

Position Details

Job Title: CA – Janitor (FT Hourly - ABMI) Classification: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Based on assigned facility and operational needs

Background Screening & Employment Verification

Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of criminal background screening conducted after a conditional offer of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. All new hires must complete employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) in compliance with federal requirements.

Schedule and Work Assignment Flexibility

Work schedules, including assigned days, hours, shifts, work locations, and job responsibilities, may vary based on business and operational needs. The Company may modify schedules, assignments, or work locations as necessary to meet operational and customer requirements, subject to applicable laws, company policies, and contractual obligations. Reasonable notice of changes will be provided when practicable.

Responsibilities

Perform routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting common areas, waiting rooms, hallways, offices, and restrooms. Clean, disinfect, and sanitize high-touch surfaces, including doorknobs, handrails, light switches, elevator buttons, and other frequently contacted areas Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash and waste in accordance with established company procedures, customer requirements, and applicable safety guidelines. Clean and maintain restrooms, including replenishing soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and other supplies as necessary. Monitor and maintain cleaning supply inventory, properly store equipment and materials, and notify supervisors when supplies need to be replenished. Assist with setting up, cleaning, and restoring meeting rooms, conference rooms, and event spaces as assigned. Collaborate with maintenance personnel, facility teams, supervisors, and coworkers to maintain building cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency. Promptly report maintenance issues, damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, and repair needs to the appropriate personnel. Follow all company safety policies, workplace procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements, including the proper handling, storage, and use of cleaning chemicals and equipment. Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow applicable Safety Data Sheets (SDS), chemical labeling instructions, and infection prevention procedures. Perform other job-related tasks and projects as reasonably requested by the customer, supervisor, or Advanced management, consistent with applicable safety requirements and training.

Qualifications: Qualifications

Previous janitorial, custodial, housekeeping, or commercial cleaning experience preferred. Knowledge of cleaning techniques, sanitation procedures, and the proper operation of cleaning equipment preferred. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain established cleanliness and quality standards. Understanding prevention practices and the importance of maintaining a clean and sanitary environment. Good communication skills and ability to work independently or effectively as part of a team. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, safety guidelines, and customer-specific procedures. Ability to perform essential job functions involving lifting, bending, reaching, walking, and standing for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation. Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays when required. Ability to maintain professional conduct, reliable attendance, and compliance with company and customer policies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Employees must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, using appropriate safety procedures and assistance when necessary. Employees must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive movements throughout assigned shifts, with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may be required to operate cleaning equipment, transport supplies, and work in environments where cleaning chemicals, wet floors, dust, and other routine workplace conditions are present. Employees must follow established safe lifting techniques, ergonomic practices, and applicable workplace safety procedures.

Background Screening & Employment Verification

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience, assigned position, and work location. Health and wellness benefits for eligible employees. Retirement savings plan available, subject to eligibility requirements. Paid time off and sick leave in accordance with company policy and applicable law. Opportunities for professional growth, training, and career development. Positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment. Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment classification, company policies, applicable plan documents, and legal requirements.

Additional Position Details

Location: 60 Gordon Dr, Totowa, NJ 07512

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7 pm - 11 pm