What are the responsibilities and job description for the Janitor position at Drilling Products?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Janitor to support daily cleaning and sanitation efforts in our Bit Plant facility. This role is critical to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment across production, common, and office areas. The successful candidate will take pride in their work, follow established cleaning schedules, and support health and safety standards in a heavy industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
Clean and sanitize lunchrooms, locker rooms, offices, and hallways daily.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub production floors and non-production areas.
Empty garbage, recycling, and scrap bins throughout the facility on a regular schedule.
Wipe down surfaces, handrails, doors, and high-touch areas in compliance with hygiene protocols.
Maintain janitorial supplies and notify supervisor when replenishment is needed.
Safely operate cleaning equipment such as floor vacuums and hand tools.
Assist in light exterior groundskeeping tasks such as sweeping walkways and removing debris.
Report maintenance concerns or safety hazards to the Facilities Supervisor.
Follow all company safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and cleaning chemicals.
Support special cleaning projects during downtime or plant shutdowns.
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong attention to detail and cleanliness standards
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Good time management and organizational skills
Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing assigned tasks
Strong awareness of safety and hygiene practices
Ability to take direction and adapt to changing priorities
Respectful communication and collaboration with team members across departments
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
Previous janitorial, custodial, or industrial cleaning experience is an asset.
Experience working in a manufacturing, plant, or industrial setting is preferred.
Languages: Basic English communication skills required for understanding instructions, safety signage, and reporting issues.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
Work Environment:
Industrial manufacturing plant environment with exposure to noise, dust, oil, grease, and cleaning chemicals.
May be exposed to hot or cold conditions depending on the season and area of the plant.
Frequent walking between production and non-production areas.
Lifting Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and pushing/pulling of cleaning equipment.
Must be able to wear appropriate PPE including gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toe footwear.
Compensation, Benefits and Perks
Talented people are attracted to companies with long-term success and a supportive workplace culture that encourages work-life balance. Boart Longyear offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. If hired, you can expect:
a strong compensation plan
medical, vision, and dental program
retirement program
employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO)
employee assistance program
Company Overview
Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of innovative, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment and tooling. With a primary focus on mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities—including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals—the Company also supports activities in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.
The Drilling Products division delivers advanced research and development capabilities and holds hundreds of patented designs to manufacture, market, and service reliable drill rigs, innovative drill string products, rugged performance tooling, durable drilling consumables, and high-quality parts for customers worldwide. These products are engineered to meet the evolving needs of the global drilling industry, offering maximum performance, reliability, and safety in the most demanding conditions.
Our People
At Boart Longyear, people are our most important asset. We recognize that the best ideas emerge through collaboration among individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. That is why we are committed to fostering diverse, inclusive teams and work environments free from discrimination and harassment—spaces where everyone can contribute and be heard.
Our Vision
To create products and solutions that empower the exploration and extraction of minerals to enable life and prosperity.
Our Values
Our success as a business depends on how we operate. The how is the distinctive way in which we conduct our business, guided by our values of:
Integrity
Health & Safety
Teamwork & Diversity
Customer Focus
Sustainability
Boart Longyear is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. Visit our website, boartlongyear.com and follow Boart Longyear on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview. Please apply online at https://careers.boartlongyear.com/