Janitorial & Special Projects Specialist (51390)

Janitorial & Special Projects SpecialistSalary Range $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Afternoon Education Level High School Diploma/GED Travel Percentage None Category OperationsDescriptionWelbilt is a global leader in commercial foodservice equipment, dedicated to delivering innovative products and exceptional customer experiences. Our facility in Coppell, Texas serves as a showcase facility for customer demonstrations, training, and events, while also supporting distribution operations for two of our oven brands. This unique environment combines customer engagement, culinary innovation, and operational excellence under one roof.Welbilt is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Janitorial & Special Projects Specialist to maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment. This role combines daily janitorial responsibilities with deep-cleaning projects, facility upkeep, equipment operation, and occasional support for customer events and hospitality functions.Reporting directly to the Facility Manager, this full-time position is based in Coppell, TX and requires working a regular schedule of 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. CST, Sunday through Thursday. Candidates must be able to work a Monday through Friday day-shift schedule for training and provide occasional daytime support for special events as needed.Major Accountability:Facility Cleaning & Sanitation: Maintain a clean, sanitary, and professional environment throughout offices, restrooms, common areas, breakrooms, demonstration kitchens, and customer-facing spaces.Special Projects & Deep Cleaning: Perform periodic deep-cleaning activities, including kitchen vignettes, equipment displays, exhaust hoods, floor care, and other specialized cleaning projects.Equipment & Facility Upkeep: Safely operate and maintain commercial cleaning equipment, support interior and exterior cleanliness, and identify and report maintenance, repair, or safety concerns.Event & Customer Experience Support: Assist with room setups, customer demonstrations, training events, and hospitality activities to ensure the facility is presentation-ready at all times.Key Tasks and Responsibilities:Clean and sanitize offices, conference rooms, demonstration kitchens, breakrooms, restrooms, and common areas.Vacuum carpets, dust surfaces, empty trash and recycling bins, and replenish facility supplies.Clean and maintain kitchen vignettes, equipment displays, stainless steel exhaust hoods, appliances, and other specialized areas.Perform routine floor care, including sweeping, mopping, and operating floor-cleaning equipment.Maintain building entrances, walkways, and exterior areas using approved tools and equipment.Safely operate commercial cleaning equipment, including vacuums, shop vacs, floor scrubbers, and power washers.Assist with meeting room setups, customer demonstrations, training events, and special hospitality functions as needed.Identify and report maintenance, repair, and safety concerns.Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and professionalism throughout the facility.QualificationsHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent is required.Minimum of 3 years of related commercial janitorial, custodial, housekeeping, or facilities maintenance experience required.Experience working in commercial cleaning, hospitality, foodservice, showroom, and customer-facing environments is preferred.Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment preferred.Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision.Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to quality.Professional and customer-focused approach when interacting with employees and visitors.Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with teammates.Ability to follow directions, while taking initiative when needed.Consistently operate in a manner that aligns with the Company core values.Must be fluent in English language.Must follow all company safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.Report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, and equipment issues promptly.Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.Comply with OSHA regulations and company health, safety, and sanitation standards.Physical Requirements:Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, and climbing stairs.Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.Ability to safely move cleaning equipment, carts, supplies, and materials.Manual dexterity required to operate cleaning equipment and perform detailed cleaning tasks.Properly use, handle, and store cleaning chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).Working Conditions:Work is performed primarily indoors in office, showroom, culinary, training, and event environments.Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, odors, wet surfaces, and varying noise levels.Occasional outdoor work to maintain entrances and surrounding areas.Frequent interaction with employees, customers, vendors, and guests.Evening schedule with occasional flexibility to support business needs and special events.Our Benefits:We believe that our people our one of our most valuable assets. That's why we provide our employees with a competitive benefits package that helps protect their health, income and lifestyle. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:Competitive wageHealthcare (medical, dental, vision)401(k) savings planWellness ProgramSupplemental Health PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramTraining and DevelopmentHoliday Pay opportunitiesEmployee discountsPaid Time Off (PTO)On-the-job training and skills developmentBasic Life InsuranceLeave ProgramEmployee Events and more…Welbilt, Inc., an Ali Group company, provides the world's top chefs, premier chain operators, and growing independents with industry-leading equipment and solutions. Our innovative products and solutions are powered by our deep knowledge, operator insights, and culinary expertise. Headquartered in Vernon Hills, Illinois, within the greater Chicagoland area, Welbilt operates manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas and sells through a network of distributors, dealers, buying groups and manufacturers' representatives. For more information, visit Inc. is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, medical condition, or any other status protected by law. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and business need.