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Custodian

CBRE Government & Defense Services
Middletown, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026

Job Summary

As a CBRE, GDS Custodian, you will be responsible for basic cleaning duties. This includes mopping, sweeping and trash disposal. You will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of your assigned areas.

Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm

 

Primary Job Functions 

  • Provide daily cleaning support to high-traffic areas of the building designated by the supervisor. 
  • Stock bathrooms with toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, and soap. 
  • Sweep, vacuum, wipe, and mop storage units, hallways, restrooms, elevators, etc. 
  • Dust furniture, walls, and equipment which includes moving and rearranging furniture. 
  • Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using cleaners, sponges, and squeegees. 
  • Ensure that cleaning supplies are in a safe, secure area at all times.  
  • Complete standardized cleaning process as per company standards. 
  • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment. 
  • Attend all regular staff meetings and required in-service training sessions. 
  • Follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work. 
  • Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion. 
  • Using an operating a forklift

 

Required Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2 years of job-related experience 
  • Forklift certification, highly preferred

 

Working Conditions 

  • Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

  • Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and moving furniture.  
  • Ability to follow basic work routines. 
  • Ability to communicate. 
  • Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset. 
  • Ability to efficiently complete assigned tasks within designated timeframes.
  • Reliable and responsible, can work independently or as part of a team.   
  • Previous forklift experience

 

Disclaimer 

CBRE Government and Defense is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply to one of our roles. The minimum pay rate for this position is $19.15. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits that can include but not limited to: medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term incentives benefits.  

This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. The requirements stated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job. 

THIS DOCUMENT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS CREATING A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN CBRE GOVERNMENT & DEFENSE SERVICES AND ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR OTHERWISE ALTERING AN EMPLOYEE’S AT WILL EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP WITH CBRE GOVERNMENT & DEFENSE SERVICES. 

Salary : $19

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