Facilities Cleaning Technician

Position Summary

Blue Ops is a division of Red Cat Holdings, dedicated to developing world-class Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) for defense and security missions. Operating in complex maritime and manufacturing environments, Blue Ops combines advanced engineering, autonomy, and U.S.-based production to deliver reliable, mission-ready platforms for modern security challenges.

Maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant facility is critical to supporting our whole team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General Cleaning & Maintenance

• Clean and maintain offices, restrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, and common areas daily
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitize floors and surfaces
• Empty trash, recycling, and properly dispose of waste materials in offices and in the manufacturing areas
• Restock consumables (paper towels, soap, cleaning supplies, etc.)

Manufacturing & Operations Areas

• Clean manufacturing floors, assembly areas, and workstations in accordance with site guidelines
• Remove debris, dust, and non-hazardous waste from production areas
• Run the floor sweeper through Manufacturing as needed to ensure a slip free clean environment.
• Maintain the exterior areas, ensuring there is no debris or maintenance issues in the exterior areas of the operation.
• Ensure all equipment is in clean working order, in collaboration with the facilities team.
• Assist the materials team in line side supply of consumables and PPE as needed.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols, including PPE requirements
• Use approved cleaning chemicals and tools properly
• Report safety hazards, spills, or facility issues to Facilities or Operations leadership
• Maintain compliance with company policies related to defense manufacturing environments
• Maintain safety center stock levels, ensure eye wash stations are clean and ready daily, inspect fire extinguishers and other safety systems or equipment.

Facility Support

• Assist with light facility tasks (moving furniture, setting up rooms for meetings and team events, minor organization)
• Support special cleaning needs for inspections, audits, or VIP/customer visits
• Coordinate with Facilities or Operations staff as needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous janitorial, custodial, or facilities cleaning experience preferred
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks (standing, bending, walking)

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or warehouse environments
• Familiarity with safety-sensitive or regulated workplaces
• Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and equipment
• Experience working around electronics or precision equipment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to walk, stand, and navigate large indoor and outdoor facilities for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs on a regular basis.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required in designated areas or when performing specific tasks, in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
• May be required to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, or crouch during inspections, maintenance walk-throughs, or emergency response situations.
• Regular exposure to facility operations including noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and industrial equipment.
• Occasional off-hours or weekend work required for emergency facility responses or projects as needed
• Requires frequent use of a computer and other standard office equipment for documentation, communication, and coordination tasks.

Background Check

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.

EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure

Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

E-Verify

The company participates E-Verify ensure eligibility for employment and compliance with Right to Work rules.

Compensation: Salary plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.