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Custodian / Grounds Maintenance Team Member
Goodwill Corporate Office Knoxville
Hourly $15.00/Full Time
At Goodwill, our work goes beyond maintaining a building — we support a mission that empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and creates opportunities through the power of work. We are seeking a dependable and motivated Custodian / Grounds Maintenance Team Member to help keep our corporate office and surrounding property clean, safe, and welcoming for staff, visitors, donors, and community partners.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of our facility and outdoor areas through custodial and light landscaping duties. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, values teamwork, and enjoys contributing to a positive environment that reflects Goodwill’s mission and values.
Responsibilities
Facility Cleaning
- Clean and maintain all hard surface floors
- Vacuum and mop floors as needed
- Empty trash receptacles and dispose of waste properly
- Clean windows, glass doors, and entryways
- Maintain restrooms, common areas, and offices in a clean and orderly condition
Outdoor & Grounds Maintenance
- Clean and maintain parking lot and walkways
- Perform light weed control and mulch application
- Use a blower to maintain sidewalks, entrances, and outdoor spaces
- Help ensure the property remains safe, neat, and welcoming
Qualifications
- Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
- Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks
- Able to perform physical duties including lifting, bending, walking, and standing
- Custodial or grounds maintenance experience preferred, but not required
Our Core Values
Integrity
We do the right thing — always.
Continuous Improvement
We learn, grow, and get better every day.
Accountability
We take ownership of our work and our impact.
Respect
We value every customer, donor, and team member.
Empowerment
We encourage each other to succeed and thrive.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 403B and 20% discount at our stores.
If you are looking for meaningful work in a mission-driven organization where your efforts make a difference every day, we encourage you to apply.
Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Goodwill Industries—Knoxville, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
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