What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian 2 position at KYOCERA Internal?
Join Kyocera International, Inc.
We’re hiring a Custodian at our Hendersonville, NC!
Salary Range: $18 – $21 per hour
(Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors)
Why Kyocera?
With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles — and we’re just getting started.
What Makes Us Stand Out?
We don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here’s what you can expect:
Generous Time Off
- 3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
- 10 paid holidays annually
Financial Wellness
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid pension plan
Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Investing in You
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off to volunteer
- Flexible schedules
Work-Life Balance & Culture
- Onsite gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations
- Long-tenured team (many with 30 years of service!)
- Inclusive and diverse workforce
- A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being
Our Philosophy
Kyocera’s culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here:
Kyocera Values
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future — one innovation at a time.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The custodian will keep the building and workspaces clean and safe by providing a variety of cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance functions. They may also support by providing adequate set up and clean up for meetings or activities on the property.
REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED
1-3 year prior janitorial or job-related experience
Ability to pass background and drug screen
ability to stand and walk 90% of workday
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs several daily cleanup projects simultaneously without direct supervision. This includes general cleaning an overall maintenance of facilities (rooms, floors, cafeteria, bathrooms etc.) as well as special projects.
- Follows a cleaning schedule developed by the facilities manager daily.
- Performs 5S activities as required daily, weekly, and monthly.
- Arranges furniture and supplies to prepare spaces for internal or external group activities and events. Ensures clean up and tear down after events conclude.
- Reports any safety problems or building security issues immediately.
- Ensures energy conservation and environmental compliance in all activities.
- Identifies and report damaged spaces, spills, or other conditions which need attention to facilities or EHS team members.
- Operates all equipment (ladders, cleaning tools, floor sanders, carts etc.) in a safe manner and controls access to chemicals. Ability to use polishing equipment, dollies, hoists, and other moving aids.
- Delivers and inventories a variety of items for distribution (supplies, cleaning agents, toilet paper, towels etc.). May enter purchase requisitions into SAP.
- Demonstrates helpful and courteous behavior to employees and the public when interacting.
- Knowledge and compliance with ITAR, EAR and applicable security regulations and the ability to monitor established protocols.
- Applies knowledge of appropriate cleaning methods and chemicals, including specialized processes for laboratory and clean line spaces.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; frequently required to walk; and occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds..
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Salary : $18 - $21