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Janitor

Recology
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/3/2026

GROW WITH US

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a team of trusted advisors and partners committed to superior customer service. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

  • Giving Back to our communities.
  • Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
  • Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
  • Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.

You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our StreetScapes Janitor

THE ROLE OF JANITOR

SHIFT: MONDAY - FRIDAY 6AM - 2:30PM, Possible weekend or night work per CBA

Performs the full array of duties related to the cleaning of assigned properties and performs other related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Performs cleaning of properties to ensure a clean and safe presentation and environment.
  • Visually inspects properties for graffiti, posters, abandoned materials, damage, weeds, and any items requiring attention.
  • Performs cleaning duties safely, correctly, and on-time.
  • Reviews route book for re-schedules, starts, and service holds at the commencement of each shift. Completes daily route book, including start and stop time for each stop on route.
  • Ensures all cleaning supplies are stored safely in appropriate areas after use.
  • Maintains all equipment, including brooms, cleaning supplies, trash cans and company vehicle.
  • Monitors security of buildings served and reports any security violations to supervisor.
  • Reports the need for any major repairs or on-calls to supervisor.
  • Assists other route crews as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is:

  • One year of janitorial or similar experience.
  • Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations.
  • High school diploma, GED preferred.
  • Valid drivers’ license with clean driving record.

Skills and / or Ability to:

  • Ability to promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources.
  • Work under pressure, handle stressful situations and maintain flexibility.
  • Ability to maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
  • Ability to understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Consistently build knowledge and expertise about current job.
  • Ability to communicate, orally and in writing, effectively with peers, supervisors and customers in person and over a two-way radio or similar device.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

  • An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
  • The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
  • A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
  • An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
  • Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
  • Annual wellness incentives.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Educational assistance.
  • Commuting benefits.
  • Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.

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