Facility Custodian

Immediately Hiring: Facilities Custodian

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

Shift: 1st Shift, 8am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday  

Hours: Full Time, 40 hours/week

Company: DAYTON-GRANGER, INC. 

Permanent, Competitive Pay, Great Benefits, Work-Life Balance

Position Overview:

DAYTON-GRANGER, INC. (DG) is a third-generation family-owned aerospace manufacturer in Fort Lauderdale, FL that has been proudly operating for83 years. We have an average employee tenure of 8 years, reflecting our stability and strong company culture. See more about our benefits and why DG is a great place to work below.

Join our team as a Facilities Custodian- also known as a Cleaning Specialist, Janitorial Specialist - and take pride in keeping our facility spotless, safe, and welcoming. In this hands-on role, you'll clean and maintain all areas of our facility - from restrooms and offices to lobbies and production floors - ensuring each space is stocked, organized, and running smoothly. Your attention to detail and proactive approach will help create a polished, professional environment for employees and guests alike.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, breakrooms, offices, hallways, lobbies, conference rooms, and other assigned areas, ensuring they are fully stocked with necessary supplies
• Provide “white glove” service to maintain a polished and professional environment across all common and shared spaces
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles daily and transport waste to designated disposal areas
•  Maintain cleanliness of building exteriors, especially around entrances, walkways, and employee gathering areas
• Complete routine cleaning and maintenance request tickets in a timely and thorough manner
• Perform light maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, restocking consumables, and completing minor repairs as needed
• Assist in preventative maintenance efforts and promptly report any facility issues, damages, or safety hazards to the Facility Engineer Manager
• Interact professionally with employees across all departments and respond to facility-related needs with a customer service-oriented approach
• Follow all company safety protocols, including proper use of cleaning chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Complete other tasks as assigned by management to support the facility's overall cleanliness and functionality

Required Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience performing routine cleaning and light maintenance in professional or multi-use facilities (e.g., office buildings, commercial spaces, or similar environments)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a janitorial, custodial, or building maintenance role
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling practices
• Ability to operate standard cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers, vacuums, and buffers
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and standing for long periods
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Additional tasks assigned by management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing, office, commercial building, or industrial facility
• Familiarity with safety data sheets (SDS) and OSHA safety protocols
• Strong customer service skills and experience interacting with employees in a professional setting

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

We are a multi-generational team with members representing a diversity of cultures, educational backgrounds, experience levels and ideas all 'making it happen' from one location in beautiful, coastal South Florida. We are a long-standing supplier providing cutting edge products in support of long term aerospace programs, while at the same time developing new products to meet the needs of new customers, programs and up and coming markets.

Additionally, DG loves its employees! The average employee tenure is around 8 years. Length of service milestones are celebrated company-wide and employees may make selections of anniversary gifts.

Benefits

• Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 401(k) match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Mental health benefits.
• Complimentary life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage.
• Paid parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• On-site gym.
• Access to advanced technology and resources.
• Length of service/milestone anniversary gifts.
• Team-building activities.

Compliance Notice:

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
• This position requires use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR') or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR'). Accordingly, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).