FACILITIES & GROUNDS CARETAKER

Description

Date:  July 2026

Job Title: Facilities & Grounds Caretaker

Terms:  Full-time, hourly, non-exempt

Compensation:   $20.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:  100% paid health insurance for the employee, life insurance, and long-term disability. 

(Other insurance lines available at a shared or employee cost.) 

PTO and paid holidays.

Hours:  8:00AM – 4:00PM, Monday to Thursday 

Reports To: Director of MRF Operations

Eureka Recycling is a nonprofit, social enterprise organization and an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer in word and action. We deeply value diversity because we understand that unique and varied perspectives are essential to be able to achieve our mission and live our values. These organizational values are thoroughly felt and experienced in every workday at Eureka Recycling—Visionary Leadership, Strong Teams and Community, Respect, Caring and Wholeness, Sustaining and Enduring, and Honesty and Integrity.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Facilities & Grounds Caretaker is responsible for maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, safety, and functionality of Eureka Recycling's buildings and grounds. This position ensures our facilities are welcoming, well-maintained, and operating smoothly through preventative maintenance, grounds care, custodial work, and basic building repairs. 

This role focuses on facility and property maintenance, not vehicle, heavy equipment, or production machinery maintenance, and works closely with the Safety Committee and operations teams to identify and address facility needs. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Responsibilities

Custodial Duties

· Perform custodial tasks including cleaning of common areas, restrooms, break rooms, offices, and other shared spaces within the site’s facilities 

· Perform sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing of floors, surfaces, and high-touch areas.

· Restock restroom and other break room related supplies

· Collect and dispose of trash, recycling, and compost throughout the facility.

· Respond promptly to spills, leaks, accidents, and other unexpected cleaning situations to maintain a safe and professional workplace.

· Clean windows, glass doors, mirrors, and other interior glass surfaces as needed.

Grounds & Property Maintenance

· Mow, trim, and maintain lawns and green spaces.  

· Care for gardens, trees, and landscaped areas.  

· Remove litter from parking lots, sidewalks, and outdoor spaces, especially after adverse weather events.

· Coordinate seasonal landscaping projects and improvements.  

· Coordinate or perform snow removal and ice management for walkways and entrances. 

· Prepare grounds for changing seasons.  

Building & Preventative Maintenance 

· Perform routine inspections and facility walkthroughs to identify maintenance needs and develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.

· Respond to roof leaks, plumbing leaks, fluid spills, and other facility maintenance issues.

· Complete light carpentry, drywall, painting, patching, and cosmetic repairs.  

· Repair doors, locks, windows, shelving, fixtures, furniture, and building hardware.  

· Replace ceiling and carpet tiles, filters, light bulbs, and signage.

· Replace HVAC filters and perform other basic building maintenance tasks.  

Facility Safety 

· Identify and correct facility hazards.  

· Ensure walkways, exits, and work areas remain safe and accessible.  

· Assist with facility emergency preparedness activities, including maintaining spill response supplies and emergency equipment.

· Support OSHA and workplace safety initiatives through membership on Eureka’s Safety Committee

Vendor & Contractor Coordination 

· Coordinate with outside vendors for specialized repairs and services.  

· Verify work completion, communicate facility issues to leadership, and obtain quotes for maintenance projects and facility improvements as requested.

· Assist in coordinating inspections and preventative maintenance performed by outside contractors.

Inventory & Asset Management 

· Maintain organized maintenance storage areas and inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and facility equipment.

· Order supplies as needed.  

Additional Responsibilities 

· Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment for meetings and organizational events.  

· Install seasonal decorations or signage.  

· Assist with recycling and waste diversion infrastructure around the property.  

· Help maintain warehouse organization in designated facility storage areas.  

· Perform other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications and Working Conditions

Skills and Abilities

· General knowledge of building systems and basic repair techniques.  

· Experience in facilities and building maintenance, custodial work, groundskeeping, or related fields. 

· Ability to safely operate lawn care, maintenance equipment, and use of hand and power tools.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, prioritize multiple maintenance/custodial requests, and maintain attention to detail.

· Valid driver's license.

· Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to lift up to 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally, including lifting and moving materials with a shovel.

· Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch, twist, and reach overhead while performing maintenance/custodial duties. 

· Ability to push, pull, and maneuver cleaning equipment, carts, and containers.

· Ability to walk up and down stairs/ladders several times per day.

· Ability to stand and walk continuously for up to 8-hour shifts.

Working Conditions

· Work is performed in a variety of environments, including office, warehouse, manufacturing, and maintenance shop settings.

· Subject to noise from equipment operation. Hearing protection required.

· Works indoors and outdoors; subject to seasonal and adverse weather conditions.

· Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. 

Affirmative Action Policy Statement:

Eureka Recycling will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment 

on the basis of race, creed, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, familial status, age, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or affectional orientation.